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In which date the Indian Museum (Kolkata) was established?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. December 16, 1951
  2. August 15, 1949
  3. February 2, 1814
  4. February 24, 1857

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: February 2, 1814

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) February 2, 1814 šŸ“š Explanation: The Indian Museum in Kolkata was established on February 2, 1814, by the Asiatic Society. it is the oldest and largest multipurpose museum in the entire Asia-Pacific region. The museum was founded by the Danish botanist Dr. Nathaniel Wallich. it houses a vast collection of rare artifacts, ranging from ancient sculptures and coins to biological specimens and fossils.