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↑ Up one levelMembership survey and results, 1989
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GB 891 RAS MEMB-RAS MEMB/6-RAS MEMB/6/1-RAS MEMB/6/1/4
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1 bundle
Date(s)
- 1989 (Creation)
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Name of creator
(1823-)
Biographical history
The Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland was founded by the eminent Sanskrit scholar Sir Henry Thomas Colebrooke on the 15th March 1823. It received its Royal Charter from King George IV on the 11th August 1824 'for the investigation of subjects connected with and for the encouragement of science, literature and the arts in relation to Asia'. It continues as a forum for those who are interested in the languages, cultures and history of Asia to meet and exchange ideas.
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Royal Asiatic Society Archives
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Scope and content
This bundle includes draft questionnaire for the 1989 membership survey conducted by the Society and summary of replies, as well as photocopies of the survey report and completed questionnaires submitted by Frank Steele, RAS President. The questionnaire includes 23 questions soliciting members' suggestions and comments regarding the Society's lectures and seminars, Library services, Journal and other activities, as well as their views on establishing a register of Asian studies in the UK. Over 200 responses were received.
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