How do I get a job in ASI?
The graduates can secure jobs in ASI by clearing Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination or State Public Service Commission (SPSC) exam. The students who possess a postgraduate degree in Archaeology can apply for the post of lecturers/professors in various universities across the country.
How do you get selected in Archeological survey of India?
To get into the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), an archaeologist has to appear in the UPSC exam or State Public Service Commission (SPSC) exam and qualify the exam with the minimum requisite cutoff score.
What is ASI circle?
ASI Circles: For the maintenance of ancient monuments and archaeological sites and remains of national importance the entire country is divided into 36 Circles.
Who is the current head of ASI?
General V. Vidyavathi
Archaeological Survey of India
Logo of the Archeological Survey of India | |
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Abbreviation | ASI |
Director General | V. Vidyavathi, IAS |
Parent organisation | Ministry of Culture |
Budget (2021–22) | ₹1,042.63 crore (US$140 million) |
What is the role of ASI?
ASI’s function is to “explore, excavate, conserve, preserve and protect the monuments and sites of National & International Importance.”
What is the main role of the ASI?
Is ASI a statutory body?
It is a statutory body after independence, under the AMASR Act, 1958. The ASI is headed by a Director-General and is headquartered in New Delhi. ASI has more than 3500 protected monuments and archaeological sites of National Importance that it protects and preserves.
Who is called the father of Indian Archaeology?
Alexander Cunnigham
Alexander Cunnigham, the first Director-General of the Archaeological Survey of India is often called the father of Indian Archaeology.
What is the role of ASI in India?
ASI regulates all archaeological activities conducted in the country through the provisions of the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act (AMASR Act), 1958. It also regulates the Antiquities and Art Treasure Act, 1972.