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Archaeology
is the systematic study of the ‘now extinct societies’ through
excavation analysis, and interpretation of artifacts and other
remains. It includes instruction in archaeological theory,
field and dating methods, conservation, and cultural and physical
evolution.
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is an active employer. You
can also opt for jobs in museums, research institutions, the travel
and tourism industry or work with bodies like Indian Council for
Cultural Research (ICCR) or INTACH. Private collectors also avail of
the services of archaeologists.
Specialisations include epigraphy (deciphering ancient
inscriptions), numismatics (the study of old coins, etc),
restoration and conservation of ancient monuments, heritage sites and artifacts. Preserving our rich and diverse heritage is of
utmost importance. And heritage can be protected only when you share
your knowledge with the people living in the surrounding areas and
co-opt them in the conservation effort. Bachelors in
archaeology is offered at the following universities:
Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
http://www.bhu.ac.in
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, Hardwar,
Kurukshetra University
http://kuk.ernet.in
Bangalore University
http://www.bangaloreuniversity.in
Mangalore University
http://www.mangaloreuniversity.ac.in
University of Madras, Chennai
http://www.unom.ac.in
M.S. University Baroda
Calcutta University
http://www.caluniv.ac.in
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