ASI Epigraphy wing deploys four teams in T.N. to recopy some old inscriptions
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Why in news
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) deployed four technical teams in Tamil Nadu to recopy damaged or missing inscription estampages as part of the Bharat Shared Repository of Inscriptions (BharatSHRI) project.
Background
The ASI is digitizing over 76,000 inscription estampages across several languages. The BharatSHRI project involves 18 technical teams, with ₹15 lakh allocated for the current phase of work in Tamil Nadu.
Facts for Prelims
- FactBharatSHRI project aims to digitize over 76,000 inscription estampages.
- PlaceTamil Nadu: Site of current recopying work on Chola and Vijayanagar period temple inscriptions.
- Fact₹15 lakh allocated for the current 15-day recopying phase in Tamil Nadu.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of digitizing historical inscriptions in preserving India's cultural heritage and enhancing academic research.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Ensuring accuracy of recopies from physically degraded Chola and Vijayanagar era stone surfaces
- Accessibility gap: Transitioning from physical archives to a centralized digital repository for global scholars
Keywords: Epigraphy · Cultural Heritage · Digital Preservation · BharatSHRI · Archaeological Survey of India
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