Archaeological Survey of India

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is an Indian government agency attached to the Ministry of Culture that is responsible for archaeological research and the conservation and preservation of cultural monuments in the country. It was founded in 1861 by Alexander Cunningham who also became its first Director-General. Its headquarter is in New Delhi.

Category:Government agencies of India
Category:1861 establishments in Asia
Category:1860s establishments in India
Category:Archaeological sites in India