Literature & Language

'Imagination' in Indian Poetics

By T. N. Sreekantaiya

This substantial essay explores the concept of imagination (pratibhā) in classical Indian poetics. Beginning with Bharata’s Nāṭyaśāstra, it traces how later theorists such as Ānandavardhana,…

'Karttari' ke Sutron ki Samiksha

By Kamleshkumar Ch. Choksi

This article delves into the grammatical and philosophical examination of a set of aphorisms known as the ‘Karttari Sūtras’, which concern constructions where the agent performs the action. The…

‘Tatparya’ in Bhoja

By Tapasvi Shambhuchandra Nandi

Focusing on Bhoja’s theory of tātparya (the intended meaning of a sentence), this article builds on Dr Raghavan’s exposition and examines the textual passages in Bhoja’s writings. After quoting a…

'संस्कृत की वैज्ञानिकता' तथा व्याकरणशास्त्र को पतंजलि की देन

By Yogini Himanshu Vyas

संस्कृत की वैज्ञानिकता' તથા व्याकरणशास्त्र को पतझ्नलि की देन योगिनी हिमांशु व्यास 'ऋग्वेद' की इस ऋचा' का व्याकरणपरक अर्थघटन करके મેધાવી वैयाकरण પતગ્ઞલિ ने संस्कृत व्याकरण के अध्ययन का महत्त्व स्पष्ट…

‘અભિનશાનશકુંતલ’ ની અપૂર્વ નવીનતા

By Vasantkumar M. Bhatt

Written in Gujarati, this article analyses the celebrated Sanskrit drama Abhijñānaśākuntalam and identifies elements that make it uniquely innovative. The author reviews the play’s plot—King…

'અવલોકન'

By Jayant Prem Thaker

The “Avlokaṇ” section, presented in Hindi and Gujarati, reviews a work on traditional Prakrit grammar and its relationship to the Ardhamāgadhī language. It discusses a book titled “Parampraagat…

1857 Uprising: Causes, Course, and Controversies

By Gautam Gupta

Gautam Gupta's 2008 book *1857 – The Uprising* offers a comprehensive examination of the 1857 revolt, marking its sesquicentennial. While not written by a professional historian, the author draws on…

19th Century Gopalpur Port: Maritime Trade Dynamics with Overseas Nations

By N. P. Panigrahi

The maritime trade of Orissa, particularly through the port of Gopalpur, played a significant role in the region's economic activities during the 19th century under British rule. Gopalpur, the chief…

Advent of Judaism in Manipur and Emigration to Israel

By Lalrinnunga Hmar

The advent of Judaism in Manipur emerged through a series of religious and historical developments following British colonial rule and Christian missionary activity in the early 20th century. After…

Ancient Bengal's Jain Heritage: History and Cultural Legacy

By Lata Surendra Bothra

Jainism's history in Bengal is ancient and influential, with the region serving as a stronghold for the religion in early times. The Bong race from the Indus Valley settled in Bengal around 4000…

Annales Method: A New Vision of History

By Nilanjan Sarkar

The Annales school of historiography emerged as an intellectual revolution in the early 20th century, challenging traditional positivist approaches dominated by political narratives and archival…

Aravidu Dynasty's Sri Rangaraya III: Copper Plate Grants Analysis

By P. Sumabala

The studied copper plate charter, housed with Dr. Nanditha Krishna of the C.P. Ramaswamy Iyer Foundation in Chennai, consists of five plates (22.5 cm x 17 cm) arranged in a ring with a 7 cm seal…

Ardhanarisvara Iconography in Kushana Art: Analysis and Debate

By V. Sandhiyalakshmi

The article discusses the iconography of Ardhanarisvara, a composite androgynous form of Shiva and Parvati, across various Indian art traditions. It examines Kushana-era depictions from Mathura,…

Ardhanarisvara Iconography in Kushana Art: Analysis and Debate

By V. Sandhiyalakshmi

The article discusses the iconography of Ardhanarisvara, a composite androgynous form of Shiva and Parvati, across various Indian art traditions. It examines Kushana-era depictions from Mathura,…

Ardhanarisvara Iconography in Kushana Art

By V. Sandhiyalakshmi

The article examines the iconography of Ardhanarisvara, a composite androgynous form of Shiva and Parvati, with a focus on Kushana-period representations from Mathura. It highlights the earliest…

Arunachaleswarar Temple Inscriptions: Chola Dynasty Contributions and Socio-Religious Activities

By T. Ramaswamy

The Arunachaleswarar Temple at Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, originated as a small shrine in the 7th century CE, later expanding into a large rectangular complex spanning 465 meters by 225 meters. Over…

Avanti Parshwanath Temple & Kalyan Mandir Stotra: Ujjain's Jain Heritage

The ancient city of Ujjain, originally named Avantika Puskarandini and Vishala, served as the capital of Malwa. King Sudhanva later renamed it Ujjain. The city holds historical significance as the…

Ayurveda in Andhra Pradesh: History, Practice, and Cultural Context (13th-17th Centuries)

By Polavarapu Hymavathi

The PDF provides a comprehensive review of Hymavathi's *History of Ayurveda in Andhra Desha (13th-17th Century)*, published by Bhargava Publishers. The work is praised for its thorough exploration of…

Ayurveda: Historical Perspectives and Evolution

By S. Amarnath

The Journal of Indian History and Culture article explores Ayurveda's historical evolution, emphasizing its roots in ancient Indian traditions and its development across distinct periods. It…

Ayyanakere: Karnataka's Ancient Lake and Its Folklore

By D. S. Somashekhar, Sarvamangala G

The Ayyanakere lake in Sakharayapattna, Karnataka, is a historic natural tank constructed over 800 years ago by Hoysala ruler Ballala-II. Spanning approximately 18 kilometers in circumference, it is…

Babbu Svami: Caste, Jealousy, and Folk Deity Worship in 17th-Century Tulunadu

By K. G. Vasantha Madhava

Babbu Svami, a folk deity in Karnataka-Kerala's Tulunadu region, is central to a Tulu-language folk song translated into Kannada. The song, published in 2000, recounts his birth into the low-caste…

Bharathi's National Songs: Seditious Unity Against British Rule in Madras Presidency

By V. Venkat Raman

The article examines the British government's 1928 seizure of Subramania Bharathi's *Swadesa Geethangal* (National Songs) in Madras Presidency and Burma, highlighting the nationalist outcry and the…

Burhanpur: Unexplored History, Monuments, and Society

By Suresh Mishra, Nandkishore Dewda

The book *Burhanpur: Unexplored History, Monuments and Society* by Suresh Mishra and Nandkishore Dewda, published in 2018, provides a comprehensive exploration of the historical, cultural, and…

Celebrating Selfless Organ Donation: Stories of Compassion and Hope

By Bhavi Khetani, Sejal Zaveri

The article highlights two notable cases of organ and body donation in the Jain community, emphasizing the selfless choices made by families and individuals. Jash Oza, a 2.5-year-old declared brain…