The ruins of Hampi were brought to light by which of the following British officers of the East India Company?

  1. A. Colonel Colin Mackenzie
  2. B. James Prinsep
  3. C. William Jones
  4. D. James Rennell

Correct Answer: A. Colonel Colin Mackenzie

Explanation

The ruins of Hampi, the ancient capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, were brought to light in 1800 by Colonel Colin Mackenzie, an antiquarian and the first Surveyor General of India.

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