This paper explores the historical and iconographic evolution of Jainism in Madhya Pradesh from i... more This paper explores the historical and iconographic evolution of Jainism in Madhya Pradesh from its inception around the 6th century BCE to the medieval period. Jainism, which emphasizes non-violence and universal compassion, developed in response to the ritualistic and hierarchical Vedic traditions. Archaeological evidence of Jainism's early presence in Madhya Pradesh is sparse, with notable findings from the Gupta period onwards. Key discoveries include inscribed Tirthankara images from Vidisha, illustrating the spread and development of Jain art. During the Gupta era, Deogarh emerged as a significant center for Jain art, which continued to flourish under the Candellas in the 9th century, leading to the construction of iconic Jain temples at Khajuraho. The paper provides detailed iconographic analysis of various Mahavira images, highlighting their stylistic transitions from Kushan to Gupta periods and their continued evolution in medieval times. These artifacts underscore the rich artistic heritage and the socio-religious patronage that sustained Jainism in this region.
Hypothetical observation of Wine use in Early Historical Sanghol 183-190 Ardhendu Ray NRrhlx<+ dh... more Hypothetical observation of Wine use in Early Historical Sanghol 183-190 Ardhendu Ray NRrhlx<+ dh ikoZ rh iz frekvks a dk v/;;u 191&198 dkerk iz lkn oekZ ,oa cts 'k jkor
The present paper is an attempt to study the historical geography of Punjab. It surveys previous ... more The present paper is an attempt to study the historical geography of Punjab. It surveys previous research, assesses the emerging new directions in historical geography of Punjab, and attempts to understand how archaeological data provides new insights in this field. Trade routes, urbanization, and interactions in early Punjab through material culture are accounted for as significant factors in the overall development of historical and geographical processes.
The present paper is an attempt to study the Iron and second urbanization in early historical Ind... more The present paper is an attempt to study the Iron and second urbanization in early historical India. It surveys previous researches and assesses the emerging new directions of a long debated topic. The main emphasis would be to acknowledge and understand how archaeological data provides new insights in this field.
This paper explores the historical and iconographic evolution of Jainism in Madhya Pradesh from i... more This paper explores the historical and iconographic evolution of Jainism in Madhya Pradesh from its inception around the 6th century BCE to the medieval period. Jainism, which emphasizes non-violence and universal compassion, developed in response to the ritualistic and hierarchical Vedic traditions. Archaeological evidence of Jainism's early presence in Madhya Pradesh is sparse, with notable findings from the Gupta period onwards. Key discoveries include inscribed Tirthankara images from Vidisha, illustrating the spread and development of Jain art. During the Gupta era, Deogarh emerged as a significant center for Jain art, which continued to flourish under the Candellas in the 9th century, leading to the construction of iconic Jain temples at Khajuraho. The paper provides detailed iconographic analysis of various Mahavira images, highlighting their stylistic transitions from Kushan to Gupta periods and their continued evolution in medieval times. These artifacts underscore the rich artistic heritage and the socio-religious patronage that sustained Jainism in this region.
Hypothetical observation of Wine use in Early Historical Sanghol 183-190 Ardhendu Ray NRrhlx<+ dh... more Hypothetical observation of Wine use in Early Historical Sanghol 183-190 Ardhendu Ray NRrhlx<+ dh ikoZ rh iz frekvks a dk v/;;u 191&198 dkerk iz lkn oekZ ,oa cts 'k jkor
The present paper is an attempt to study the historical geography of Punjab. It surveys previous ... more The present paper is an attempt to study the historical geography of Punjab. It surveys previous research, assesses the emerging new directions in historical geography of Punjab, and attempts to understand how archaeological data provides new insights in this field. Trade routes, urbanization, and interactions in early Punjab through material culture are accounted for as significant factors in the overall development of historical and geographical processes.
The present paper is an attempt to study the Iron and second urbanization in early historical Ind... more The present paper is an attempt to study the Iron and second urbanization in early historical India. It surveys previous researches and assesses the emerging new directions of a long debated topic. The main emphasis would be to acknowledge and understand how archaeological data provides new insights in this field.
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