Q. In which year, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) was established?
Answer: 1861
Notes: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) was formed in 1861. It is a crucial government agency tasked with archaeological research and the preservation and maintenance of India's cultural monuments. The ASI also conducts archaeological excavations, manages museums, oversees the protection of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India, and publishes work related to Indian archaeology. From the prehistoric age to the colonial times, ASI plays an instrumental role in conserving and promoting India's sizable cultural heritage.