Articles on Pali Sanskrit Comparison
Sohgaura Copper-plate
By B. M. Barua · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1934
The Sohgaura copper plate is among the earliest Indian inscriptions. This article revisits its text and argues that previous translations misunderstood a key term. The plate records orders to two state granaries: fodder, wheat and equipment must be kept ready…
Avadana and Apadana
By Edward J. Thomas · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1933
Notes on Asoka Rescripts
By Sailendra Nath Mitra · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1932
The passage discusses the challenging interpretation of Asoka's Dhauli and Jaugada rescripts, focusing on the phrase "dudhale... atileke." Hultzsch's rendering, "How could my mind be pleased if one badly fulfils this duty," is critiqued for its lack of…