With reference to the Indian History, Alexander Rea, A. H. Longhurst, Robert Sewell, James Burgess and Walter Elliot were associated with

1. A. (a) archaeological excavations
2. B. (b) establishment of English Press in Colonial India
3. C. (c) establishment of Churches in Princely States
4. D. (d) construction of railways in Colonial India

Answer: A

Explanation

Alexander Rea, A. H. Longhurst, Robert Sewell, James Burgess, and Walter Elliot were prominent figures in Indian archaeology during the colonial period. Their work primarily involved surveying, excavating, and documenting ancient sites and monuments across India. For instance, Rea worked in South India, Longhurst at Nagarjunakonda, Sewell on the Vijayanagara Empire and Amaravati, and Elliot also at Amaravati. Their contributions were crucial for understanding India’s rich historical and cultural heritage, making “archaeological excavations” the correct association. This question tests factual knowledge about significant historical personalities and their contributions, a common theme in UPSC Art & Culture.