The article discusses a two-day workshop organized by the Centre of Excellence for Studies in Classical Kannada at the Central Institute of Indian Languages in Mysuru, focusing on Kannada inscriptions and their significance in understanding cultural and historical connections between Karnataka and neighboring states such as Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Prof. D.V. Paramashivamurthy, Vice-Chancellor of Kannada University, emphasized the importance of studying inscriptions like Dana Shasanas to uncover insights into ancient governance, social welfare, and cultural exchanges. He called for comparative analysis of inscriptions across regions to explore shared traditions and historical narratives. Retired professor Srinivas Padigar presented examples of inscriptions from various temples and pointed out inaccuracies in existing publications. CIIL Director Basavaraja Kodagunti and L.R. Prem Kumar highlighted the value of systematic inscription analysis in tracing the development of the Kannada script, language, and literary traditions.
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