Anthropological Survey of India is a premier national institution of repute that has been mandated to carry out research in socio-cultural and biological aspects of the Peoples of India in a holistic perspective, underlining the matters of contemporary relevance and those of National significance. It upholds its uniqueness in being the only one of its kind anywhere in the world to pursue Anthropological research in a Governmental setup. The genesis of Anthropological Survey of India can be traced back to the Zoological and Anthropological section of the Indian Museum, which became the Zoological Survey of India in 1916. Later in 1945, Anthropology section of the Zoological Survey was carved out to become the Anthropological Survey of India (An.S.I).

The website has been conscientiously designed using a harmonious mix of colours. A Search button on the top right corner of the homepage along with navigation menus ensures quick and easy navigation between the pages. The website is available in both English and Hindi languages. The header region displays various images portrayed with the help of an image slider. However, the representation of national emblem on the website needs review.

The website is teeming with up-to-date content furnishing exhaustive information on the profile & principal objectives of An.S.I, important anthropological documentation and dissemination in Indian context, ongoing research & training, personnel, news & events, achievements and contacts. Important announcements are displayed on the homepage through ticker. The footer region of the website provides information related to  Development Anthropology, DNA Studies, Paleo Anthropology, Growth Studies besides Important announcements, Newsletter, Recent Events, contact e-mails and Right to Information. Separate content boxes have been provided on the homepage projecting recent events & progress, information related to fellowship programme offered by An.S.I., online journals and photo gallery. 

In terms of interactivity, the website features links to major Social Media websites such as Facebook & twitter along with Youtube. The site is compatible with all major browsers but can be best viewed at 1024 x 768 resolution.