12th century multi-lingual inscription in Mandya reveals historical ties between Kannada and Tamil cultures
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Archaeologists discovered a 12th-century multi-lingual stone inscription in Karnataka revealing historical cultural and military ties between Kannada and Tamil civilizations.
Background
The inscription was found outside the Mahalakshmi temple in K. Bettahalli village, Karnataka. It was carved on white granite and features Kannada, Tamil, and Sanskrit scripts.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceK. Bettahalli village is located in the Mandya district of Karnataka
- PostNarasimha I was a Hoysala king who ruled during the 12th century
- FactThe inscription records a land grant by Karikundi Tillai Koottandi, a military commander
- FactThe inscription was used to support temple festivals at the Vittirunda (Krishna) temple
For Mains
Q. How do multi-lingual inscriptions and archaeological findings help in reconstructing the socio-cultural and military history of medieval South India?
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Cultural synthesis: Evidence of linguistic exchange and shared religious practices across regional boundaries
- Military integration: Role of non-local communities in the administrative and defensive structures of the Hoysala dynasty
Keywords: Hoysala dynasty · Epigraphy · Cultural synthesis · Medieval South India · Linguistic diversity
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