Who hires archaeologists?
The Archaeological Survey of India is one of the largest employers. Then we have various universities and institutes that have departments of archaeology. Museums, too, employ archaeologists to study their antiques. What do you think will attract more people to this field? Salaries have to be made more attractive. Then, the government can think of holding examinations on the lines of the Indian Administrative Services. This will give a distinct identity to archaeologists. An essential factor in attracting talent to archaeology is making the youth aware of our rich heritage. For this, we have to start working at the school level.
