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Bal Krishen Thapar | |
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| Born | 18 October 1921 |
| Died | 6 September 1995 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Alma mater | University of Punjab, Lahore; Heidelberg University |
| Known for | Director-general of the Archaeological Survey of India (1978–1981), Founder of INTACH |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Archaeology |
| Institutions | Archaeological Survey of India |
Bal Krishen Thapar (18 October 1921 – 6 September 1995) was an Indian archaeologist who served as the Director-general of the Archaeological Survey of India from 1978 to 1981. He was the founder of INTACH.