Archaeological Survey of India

Archaeological Survey of India
AbbreviationASI
Formation1861; 163 years ago (1861)
FounderAlexander Cunningham
TypeGovernmental organisation
HeadquartersNew Delhi
Region served
India
Official language
English
Hindi
Director General
Yadubir Singh Rawat
Parent organisation
Ministry of Culture
Budget
1,102.83 crore (US$130 million) (2023–24)[1]
Websiteasi.nic.in Edit this at Wikidata

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is an Indian government agency that is responsible for archaeological research and the conservation and preservation of cultural historical monuments in the country. It was founded in 1861 by Alexander Cunningham during the British Raj who also became its first Director-General.

  1. ^ "The annual outlay for Ministry of Culture in FY 2023-24 increased by 12.97% to Rs. 3,399.65 Crore".