Elst K. (in BR Mani: A Legendary Archaeologist: Prof. BB Lal Felicitation Volume, Delhi 2018) https://web.archive.org/web/https://koenraadelst.blogspot.com/2020/05/an-archaeologist-of-consequence-prof-bb.html
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Though he himself never allowed his successes to go to his head, it must, in hindsight, be an archaeologist’s dream come true to play a prominent role in major controversies and be proven right in the end. At any rate, such are the highlights of Prof. B.B. Lal’s career.
— Elst K.
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About B. B. Lal
Braj Basi Lal (2 May 1921 – 10 September 2022), better known as B. B. Lal, was a renowned Indian archaeologist. He was 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.
About B. B. Lal
Braj Basi Lal (2 May 1921 – 10 September 2022), better known as B. B. Lal, was a renowned Indian archaeologist. He was 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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