About Nani Gopal Majumdar
Lived 1897 – 1938 (aged 40). Nani Gopal Majumdar was an Indian archaeologist and author.
Nani Gopal Majumdar, also known as N. G. Majumdar (1 December 1897 – 11 November 1938), was a Bengali archaeologist who is credited with having discovered 62 Indus Valley Civilisation sites in Sindh including Chanhudaro.
Early life and education
Majumdar was born on 1 December 1897 to Baradaprasanna Majumdar and his wife Sarojini in the town of Jessore.
Archaeology work
On 22 April 1929, Majumdar was appointed Superintendent of the Central Circle and served till 9 May 1929 when he was transferred to the Head Office in Calcutta as Assistant Superintendent.
On 1 October 1938, Majumdar was once again deputed to Sindh for six months to explore the region for Indus Valley sites.
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Who was Nani Gopal Majumdar?
Indian archaeologist
When was Nani Gopal Majumdar born?
Nani Gopal Majumdar was born on 1 December 1897 in Jashore District.
When did Nani Gopal Majumdar die?
Nani Gopal Majumdar died on 11 November 1938 in Johi Taluka.
What was Nani Gopal Majumdar's occupation?
Nani Gopal Majumdar was an archaeologist and author.
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Nani Gopal Majumdar was Indian.
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