Books by Prof. S. Rama Krishna Pisipaty
Excavated sits in Tamil Nadu
archaeological excavations atVaramalakunta (N 12o 37.839’ E 078o 22.671’), Krishnagiri dist, ... more archaeological excavations atVaramalakunta (N 12o 37.839’ E 078o 22.671’), Krishnagiri dist, Tamil Nadu during 2014-15 field season
Conference Presentations by Prof. S. Rama Krishna Pisipaty
LAP Lambert Academic Publishing, Düsseldorf, Germany, 2019
The use of stone to create tools and weapons marks an important stage in human development and be... more The use of stone to create tools and weapons marks an important stage in human development and begins the era of the Stone Age. Lithic users of early societies gradually realized the potentiality of the metals and started to work on ore. Among all, easy accessibility of the iron ore in most of the geographical zones and strong and lustrous character attracted the human and gradually replaced the media in preparation of implements and weapons. Further, started using iron extensively by the end of the second millennium BCE, because of a better metal harder than copper, for making tools and weapons.
Moreover, advent of metals and metal technology was also a major breakthrough in the history of mankind. It has changed the earlier façade of the lithic based culture and great changes in the socio-cultural and economic conditions of the early societies. The period may vary from region to region, but the metallurgy and utility of iron has changed the entire scenario of the early societies. Early smelting methodologies, though primitive and crude, are base for technological developments. During the period many new trends were evolved for the first time in Indian subcontinent also. They are – settlements with permanent structures, metals and metallurgy, development of various crafts, large scale commercial based productions, socio-cultural systems, inter and intraregional contracts, religion, educational institutions, large settlements of different nature, etc. So many developments occurred which changed the entire scenario of the early lithic based culture to sophisticated way of life throughout the region and many cultural trends prevailed till now. Socio-cultural development during the Early Iron Age on the bank of the lower Palar river on the southern part of India drawn from the recent archaeological excavation conducted by the present author is the subject matter for the present volume. It may also be noted that a few of which are not only reported for the first time but also new to the archaeological records.
This issue contains the reviewed full text of eighteen speakers on different topics. The range of... more This issue contains the reviewed full text of eighteen speakers on different topics. The range of papers
cover from the chronology and archaeological excavations of the region by the present editor,
epigraphical studies and new findings in the region, studies on the Early Iron Age, Early Historical
periods, art and architecture, Purana literature in Sanskrit, conservation and preservation work of
paintings and GPS recording of monuments in technical papers. Most of the articles are in English
except one which is in Sanskrit with abstract in English and a few papers with some quotation or
references in Sanskrit and Tamil languages.
This is certainly true for all the participants and paper presenters who are dealing a number of years
with deep research in the specific areas of Kanchipuram region such as music and musical instruments
in the temples of different faiths and occasions, carvings on stone, literary views in different
languages about the Kanchipuram culture and traditions, epigraphy and so on. This is also a defiance
of evidence from the archaeological excavations of the region to reconstruct and understanding of the
past of the region. We hope the papers of archaeology and epigraphy will invite debate and discussion
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in these areas. The articles on conservation and preservation will have resonance for many where the
heritage management need. Recent archaeological excavations conducted by the SCSVMV team
further attested not only the glory of the region but also a continuation of history right from the Early
Stone Age.
Perhaps our most important task is to acknowledge the scholars of different fields and those
who particularly presented their research papers and contributed their valuable findings from
recent researches which cover the gamut of archaeological inquiries on indigenous, historical
and traditional, art and architecture, epigraphy, musical instruments, Sanskrit literature etc. It
is our task to carry not only on and extend the traditions of academic quality and stringent
research standards but also to involve and easy access all scholars across the globe. Hence we
are publishing and releasing in electronic form, eBook - http://www.kanchiuniv.ac.in/sanskrit/National%20Seminar%20Proceedings%202%201.pdf
Abstract
Iron is still the major hard material in use in modern civilization. Generally, in hi... more Abstract
Iron is still the major hard material in use in modern civilization. Generally, in history the (Early) Iron Age refers to mainly the first millennium BCE, no later than the first millennium CE however, the dates and context vary depending on the geographical region. It may be true that the advent and adoption of such hard material which available in most of the geographical zones provided an opportunity with other changes in society, including differing agricultural practices, religious beliefs and artistic styles. Such a major breakthrough in the history mankind, still is not in common conclusion in many areas.
Further, the term Megalithic does not refer to a period of time, but merely describes the use of large stones in structures which was a typical characteristic feature of Early Iron Age. The world's megalithic sites are a source of controversial mystery to science.
There have been a call for and discussion about the recent discoveries from all corners of Asian region for some common conclusion related to - Environmental conditions, Settlement pattern, Technologies & industrial activities, Socio-cultural systems, Megalithic & eolith structures, Regional contracts, Trade & commerce, etc., developments in the different societies.
Papers by Prof. S. Rama Krishna Pisipaty
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Moreover, advent of metals and metal technology was also a major breakthrough in the history of mankind. It has changed the earlier façade of the lithic based culture and great changes in the socio-cultural and economic conditions of the early societies. The period may vary from region to region, but the metallurgy and utility of iron has changed the entire scenario of the early societies. Early smelting methodologies, though primitive and crude, are base for technological developments. During the period many new trends were evolved for the first time in Indian subcontinent also. They are – settlements with permanent structures, metals and metallurgy, development of various crafts, large scale commercial based productions, socio-cultural systems, inter and intraregional contracts, religion, educational institutions, large settlements of different nature, etc. So many developments occurred which changed the entire scenario of the early lithic based culture to sophisticated way of life throughout the region and many cultural trends prevailed till now. Socio-cultural development during the Early Iron Age on the bank of the lower Palar river on the southern part of India drawn from the recent archaeological excavation conducted by the present author is the subject matter for the present volume. It may also be noted that a few of which are not only reported for the first time but also new to the archaeological records.
cover from the chronology and archaeological excavations of the region by the present editor,
epigraphical studies and new findings in the region, studies on the Early Iron Age, Early Historical
periods, art and architecture, Purana literature in Sanskrit, conservation and preservation work of
paintings and GPS recording of monuments in technical papers. Most of the articles are in English
except one which is in Sanskrit with abstract in English and a few papers with some quotation or
references in Sanskrit and Tamil languages.
This is certainly true for all the participants and paper presenters who are dealing a number of years
with deep research in the specific areas of Kanchipuram region such as music and musical instruments
in the temples of different faiths and occasions, carvings on stone, literary views in different
languages about the Kanchipuram culture and traditions, epigraphy and so on. This is also a defiance
of evidence from the archaeological excavations of the region to reconstruct and understanding of the
past of the region. We hope the papers of archaeology and epigraphy will invite debate and discussion
Page | iii
in these areas. The articles on conservation and preservation will have resonance for many where the
heritage management need. Recent archaeological excavations conducted by the SCSVMV team
further attested not only the glory of the region but also a continuation of history right from the Early
Stone Age.
Perhaps our most important task is to acknowledge the scholars of different fields and those
who particularly presented their research papers and contributed their valuable findings from
recent researches which cover the gamut of archaeological inquiries on indigenous, historical
and traditional, art and architecture, epigraphy, musical instruments, Sanskrit literature etc. It
is our task to carry not only on and extend the traditions of academic quality and stringent
research standards but also to involve and easy access all scholars across the globe. Hence we
are publishing and releasing in electronic form, eBook - http://www.kanchiuniv.ac.in/sanskrit/National%20Seminar%20Proceedings%202%201.pdf
Iron is still the major hard material in use in modern civilization. Generally, in history the (Early) Iron Age refers to mainly the first millennium BCE, no later than the first millennium CE however, the dates and context vary depending on the geographical region. It may be true that the advent and adoption of such hard material which available in most of the geographical zones provided an opportunity with other changes in society, including differing agricultural practices, religious beliefs and artistic styles. Such a major breakthrough in the history mankind, still is not in common conclusion in many areas.
Further, the term Megalithic does not refer to a period of time, but merely describes the use of large stones in structures which was a typical characteristic feature of Early Iron Age. The world's megalithic sites are a source of controversial mystery to science.
There have been a call for and discussion about the recent discoveries from all corners of Asian region for some common conclusion related to - Environmental conditions, Settlement pattern, Technologies & industrial activities, Socio-cultural systems, Megalithic & eolith structures, Regional contracts, Trade & commerce, etc., developments in the different societies.
Papers by Prof. S. Rama Krishna Pisipaty
Moreover, advent of metals and metal technology was also a major breakthrough in the history of mankind. It has changed the earlier façade of the lithic based culture and great changes in the socio-cultural and economic conditions of the early societies. The period may vary from region to region, but the metallurgy and utility of iron has changed the entire scenario of the early societies. Early smelting methodologies, though primitive and crude, are base for technological developments. During the period many new trends were evolved for the first time in Indian subcontinent also. They are – settlements with permanent structures, metals and metallurgy, development of various crafts, large scale commercial based productions, socio-cultural systems, inter and intraregional contracts, religion, educational institutions, large settlements of different nature, etc. So many developments occurred which changed the entire scenario of the early lithic based culture to sophisticated way of life throughout the region and many cultural trends prevailed till now. Socio-cultural development during the Early Iron Age on the bank of the lower Palar river on the southern part of India drawn from the recent archaeological excavation conducted by the present author is the subject matter for the present volume. It may also be noted that a few of which are not only reported for the first time but also new to the archaeological records.
cover from the chronology and archaeological excavations of the region by the present editor,
epigraphical studies and new findings in the region, studies on the Early Iron Age, Early Historical
periods, art and architecture, Purana literature in Sanskrit, conservation and preservation work of
paintings and GPS recording of monuments in technical papers. Most of the articles are in English
except one which is in Sanskrit with abstract in English and a few papers with some quotation or
references in Sanskrit and Tamil languages.
This is certainly true for all the participants and paper presenters who are dealing a number of years
with deep research in the specific areas of Kanchipuram region such as music and musical instruments
in the temples of different faiths and occasions, carvings on stone, literary views in different
languages about the Kanchipuram culture and traditions, epigraphy and so on. This is also a defiance
of evidence from the archaeological excavations of the region to reconstruct and understanding of the
past of the region. We hope the papers of archaeology and epigraphy will invite debate and discussion
Page | iii
in these areas. The articles on conservation and preservation will have resonance for many where the
heritage management need. Recent archaeological excavations conducted by the SCSVMV team
further attested not only the glory of the region but also a continuation of history right from the Early
Stone Age.
Perhaps our most important task is to acknowledge the scholars of different fields and those
who particularly presented their research papers and contributed their valuable findings from
recent researches which cover the gamut of archaeological inquiries on indigenous, historical
and traditional, art and architecture, epigraphy, musical instruments, Sanskrit literature etc. It
is our task to carry not only on and extend the traditions of academic quality and stringent
research standards but also to involve and easy access all scholars across the globe. Hence we
are publishing and releasing in electronic form, eBook - http://www.kanchiuniv.ac.in/sanskrit/National%20Seminar%20Proceedings%202%201.pdf
Iron is still the major hard material in use in modern civilization. Generally, in history the (Early) Iron Age refers to mainly the first millennium BCE, no later than the first millennium CE however, the dates and context vary depending on the geographical region. It may be true that the advent and adoption of such hard material which available in most of the geographical zones provided an opportunity with other changes in society, including differing agricultural practices, religious beliefs and artistic styles. Such a major breakthrough in the history mankind, still is not in common conclusion in many areas.
Further, the term Megalithic does not refer to a period of time, but merely describes the use of large stones in structures which was a typical characteristic feature of Early Iron Age. The world's megalithic sites are a source of controversial mystery to science.
There have been a call for and discussion about the recent discoveries from all corners of Asian region for some common conclusion related to - Environmental conditions, Settlement pattern, Technologies & industrial activities, Socio-cultural systems, Megalithic & eolith structures, Regional contracts, Trade & commerce, etc., developments in the different societies.
Call for Fieldwork Photographs & Scientific Analysis Reports with Detail Description & Research papers for JAGRUTI, Electronic Archaeo-lingual Multidisciplinary Annual Research Journal (ISSN 2321 3507, General Impact Factor is 1.0271 for year 2015) from India, 2016 - Volume IV
JAGRUTI is a non-profit electronic journal that promotes the development and enhancement of research in various discipline of related to Archaeology, Anthropology, Linguistic, Geology, Geography, Environment, ancient technologies, etc., along with inter-disciplines . The mission of JAGRUTI is to encourage interdisciplinary research in state-of-the-art methodologies and technologies within its areas of expertise across the globe from India. The Journal is an independent research body for the realization of innovative scientific theories and research practices to overlay the gap between the academician, researchers and industrial experts brings together scientists, researchers, students and academicians from all over the world who work professionally to upgrade status of human society, culture and heritage by their ideas and research potential.
The JAGRUTI (http://www.kanchiuniv.ac.in/JAGRUTI/) is putting together an electronic publication that will go out to institutions and researchers throughout the globe for future outreach researches.
The main object of the e-Journal is publicising the research works and important discoveries that scholars are doing in different fields and searching multidimensional problems around the world through an easy accessible media. Call for interesting fieldwork photographs and scientific analysis reports for forthcoming volume.
Submission Guidelines
(http://www.kanchiuniv.ac.in/JAGRUTI/guideline%20for%20author.pdf)
- A high resolution image or images of fieldwork conducted in the past 5-10 years (the best images would be ones that could tell the story visually and get readers interested in learning more about the research).
- Caption of each photograph, date and location.
- A brief description that describing the fieldwork including the purpose of the research and findings or discoveries. Scientific analysis reports of different studies are also encouraged to publish. The description will be read by any one, so we want to make sure the research is comprehensible.
The photographs & scientific analysis reports submitted will remain the copyright of the researcher. A selection of photographs and descriptions will be published in the JAGRUTI Volume IV. Web link of the Volume will be send to the contributors after the volume open for public view.
Submit your photograph and reports with description upload directly http://www.kanchiuniv.ac.in/JAGRUTI/Registration.asp or send to the Editor (sramakrishna.pisipaty@gmail.com) before 30th November 2016. If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Inviting the members for editorial board (including research scholars) with interesting area (if any) and send CV with photo at your earliest convenience to the Editor.
Look forward to receiving your submissions.
Dr. S. Rama Krishna Pisipaty
General Editor
Prof & Geoarchaeologist,
SCSVMV University,
Enathur, Kanchipuram – 631561.
India.
Email - sramakrishna.pisipaty@gmail.com
jagrutiejournal@gmail.com
The JAGRUTI, an Electronic Archaeo-lingual Multidisciplinary Research Journal (ISSN 23213507, General Impact Factor is 1.0271 for year 2015) from India, peer-reviewed electronic journal (http://www.kanchiuniv.ac.in/JAGRUTI/) is dedicated to increasing the depth of Current Research across disciplines with the ultimate aim to access throughout the global scholars.
Call for Fieldwork Photographs & Scientific Analysis Reports, review and research articles for Volume IV, 2016.
Greatly appreciate it and look forward to receiving your submissions and circulate among the scholars.
Inviting the members for editorial board (including research scholars) with interesting area (if any) and send CV with photo at your earliest convenience to the Editor.
With warm regards.
Please feel free to circulate about the JAGRUTI e-Journal.