SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 41

SSC CHSL - 09 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q41

Indin Conseil of Historical Research, an autonomous organisation, was set up by the Government of India in____

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 1972.

The Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR), an autonomous organization, was set up by the Government of India in 1972. 

  • Establishment: The ICHR was established on March 27, 1972, by the Ministry of Education & Social Welfare (now the Ministry of Education). 
  • Purpose: The ICHR's main function is to promote and fund research in the field of history and archaeology in India. 
  • Autonomous Body: The ICHR operates as an autonomous body, meaning it has a degree of independence from the government in its operations and decision-making. 
  • Registration: It was registered under the Societies Registration Act (Act XXI of 1860).