Question

what is epigraphy?? ​

Answer 1

Epigraphy is the study of ancient languages and scripts, which can be found in the form of inscriptions, scriptures and writings in various forms, like clay tablets, copper plates, palm leaves, etc.

It involves deciphering the text and translating them to a modern day language.

Answer 2

1. The study of inscriptions is called as epigraphy.

2. Inscriptions can be found on rocks, pillars, stones, slabs, walls of buildings, temple walls,seals and copper plates.

3. They convey genealogies, monarchial orders, achievements of kings and conquests and donatives for religious purpose.

4. Inscriptions in Sanskrit, Pali, Prakrit, Tamil, Kannada, Telugu language etc are found in India and also available in ancient scripts like Kharosti and Brahmi.