Tag Archives: Kalidasa

INDIAN HISTORY Part 25 The Golden Guptas Section III: Chandra Gupta Vikramaditya

Canberra, 29 January 2014 Chandra Gupta Vikramaditya (375-415 A.D) At the end of Samudra Gupta’s reign the Gupta Empire was undoubtedly the most powerful and prosperous in the sub-continent. This envious position was achieved through two conscious and concerted activities of the dynasty—first was the minor conquests of Chandra Gupta I, followed by the aggressive […]

Continue reading

Indian History Part 22: Of ANCIENT LANGUAGES AND LITERATURE

Canberra, 27 December 2013 Language is a term that conveys a meaning much larger than just grammar or philology because it reflects prevalent social convention and learning. The use of language, the capacity to acquire and effectively employ a sophisticated and complex system of communication, is deeply entrenched in human culture. Language is the testament […]

Continue reading