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Which British Governor initiated the translation of the Bhagwad Gita and The Mahabharata in English?

Warren Hastings encouraged the translation of Sanskrit literature into English. His patronage supported the early translation activity associated with Charles Wilkins.

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Which British Governor initiated the translation of the Bhagwad Gita and The Mahabharata in English?

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Warren Hastings encouraged the translation of Sanskrit literature into English. His patronage supported the early translation activity associated with Charles Wilkins.

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