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What was the aim of the Asiatic Society?

  1. The development of unity of Asian people

  2. The development of unity of Europeans in India

  3. Discovery of the past

  4. Spread of English education
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Asiatic Society, founded in 1784 by William Jones, aimed to discover and study India's ancient past through research into its history, culture, languages, and archaeology. It was not about Asian unity, European unity, or specifically English education - its focus was on uncovering India's historical heritage.

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