Notes and Study material for Exams
The Aryans came to India in several waves. The earliest wave is represented by the Rig Vedic people who appeared in the subcontinent in about 1500 BC. They came into conflict with the indigenous inhabitants called the Dravidians mentioned as Dasa or Dasyus in Rig Veda. The Rig Veda mentions the … Read more
The Enduring Legacy of Prakrit: A Journey Through the Languages of Ancient India Prakrit, a term encompassing a diverse group of languages spoken in ancient India, holds a pivotal position in the history of the Indo-Aryan language family. While often overshadowed by its more famous descendant, Sanskrit, Prakrit played a crucial role in shaping the … Read more
The Indo-Aryan Group of Languages: A Journey Through Time and Space The Indo-Aryan group of languages, a vibrant tapestry woven from the threads of history, culture, and linguistic evolution, stands as a testament to the enduring power of language. This vast and diverse family, encompassing over 1.5 billion speakers, stretches across a geographical expanse from … Read more