Which of the following organisations laid the foundation
of the Indian Museum at Kolkata?

Asiatic Society

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UNESCO

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Indian Institute of Science

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National Archives of India

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Solution

The correct option is A Asiatic Society
Correct answer: D. Asiatic Society

Explanation:

In 1814, the Asiatic Society founded the Indian Museum at Kolkata.

The Danish Botanist Nathaniel Wallich was the founder and the first curator of the museum.

Arts, Archaeology and Anthropology were the three main departments of the museum.

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