Question

Consider the following statements and select the ones that are true:

1. John Marshal was the first professional archaeologist to work in India.
2. He got the experience while working in Greece and Crete.
3. He was an ex-army Brigadier.
4. He announced the discovery of a new civilization in the Indus Valley to the people.

Options

• i, ii, and iii

• ii, iii and iv

• i, iii and iv

• i, ii and iv

Answer 1

i, ii and iv

i. John Marshal was the first professional archaeologist to work in India.
ii. He got the experience while working in Greece and Crete.
iv. He announced the discovery of a new civilization in the Indus Valley to the people.

Explanation:

John Marshall's tenure as Director General of the ASI brought about significant changes in Indian archaeology. He was the first professional archaeologist to work in India, bringing his skills from Greece and Crete to the field.