Summary of चपड़ बनाम चाणक्य! राजेंद्र प्रसाद सिंह।।
The video discusses the significance of Chappal, a prominent writer from the Mauryan period, particularly in relation to Emperor Ashoka's inscriptions. The speaker highlights that Chappal's name appears on three of Ashoka's inscriptions, emphasizing his importance in Indian history. The inscriptions are primarily in Brahmi and Kharosthi scripts, with the speaker detailing the geographical and linguistic context of these scripts across Northern and Southern India.
Chappal's inscriptions are located in Karnataka, specifically in the Chitradurga district, with significant mentions at Brahmagiri, Jating Rameshwar, and Siddhapura. The speaker points out that Siddhapura is the southernmost inscription of Ashoka, and it uniquely features both Brahmi and Kharosthi scripts. The use of Kharosthi in a region where it was not widely understood suggests Chappal's origins in North-West India, reflecting the influence of his native language and script on his writing.
The speaker also touches upon the etymology of the word "Chappal," linking it to the Prakrit language and discussing its historical context. Despite Chappal's contributions, the speaker notes that his role in history has been overlooked, with references to him being misinterpreted or omitted in various texts. The discussion concludes with a mention of Motilal Alam Chandra's book dedicated to Chappal, indicating a growing interest in his contributions to history.
Presenters/Contributors:
- Rajendra Prasad Singh
Notable Quotes
— 13:22 — « Chapar was the most influential writer and scriptwriter. It is surprising that Maur Jug's most dignified personality as a writer Chapar is less discussed in history. »
— 18:32 — « The discussion of Chapar is less in history but here one Motilal Alam Chandra has written a book Sachi Danam based on these encryptions. »
— 19:19 — « It is not far when slippers will come into the main stream of history. »
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