Iravatham Mahadevan

Iravatham Mahadevan is a prominent Indian epigraphist and scholar known for his extensive work on ancient inscriptions and scripts, particularly the Indus Valley Civilization. He has played a crucial role in deciphering the Indus script, which remains one of the world's great archaeological mysteries. His research combines linguistics, archaeology, and history to explore the connections between ancient cultures and languages in India. He has authored several books and articles, contributing significantly to our understanding of India's ancient heritage and the evolution of its writing systems. His work helps illuminate the early civilizations that shaped Indian history.