Sanskrit Inscriptions

Sanskrit inscriptions are writings found on various ancient materials, such as stone, metal, and clay, that use the Sanskrit language. These inscriptions, dating from as early as the 3rd century BCE, often record important historical events, religious texts, royal decrees, and cultural practices. They serve as valuable artifacts for understanding ancient Indian civilization, literature, and culture. Many inscriptions are characterized by their intricate scripts, such as Brahmi or Devanagari, and represent some of the earliest forms of recorded language in history, contributing significantly to the study of linguistics, history, and archaeology.