Anthropological Survey of India
Anthropological Survey of India (AnSI) is the apex Indian government organisation involved in anthropological studies and field data research for human and cultural aspects, working primarily in the fields of physical anthropology and cultural anthropology, while maintaining a strong focus on indigenous populations. It also attempts to document the cultures of other communities and religious groups.
Emblem of AnSI | |
Anthropological Survey of India building at EN Block, Sector V, Bidhannagar, Kolkata, West Bengal–700091. | |
Abbreviation | AnSI |
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Formation | 1945 |
Headquarters | Kolkata |
Director | Prof. (Dr.) Bhallamudi V. Sharma |
Parent organisation | Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India |
Website | ansi |
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