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B. B. Lal

Indian archaeologist (1921-2022) · India · On the map · Academics · Died at 101

Braj Basi Lal was an Indian archaeologist, Professor and author. He served as the Director General of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) from 1968 to 1972 and has served as Director of the Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, Shimla. Lal also served on various UNESCO committees.

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Padma Vibhushan2021
Padma Bhushan in science & engineering2010

About this person

Country
India
Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1921 to 2022 · aged 101