पाण्डुलिपियों और लिपिविज्ञान की अमीम कार्यशाला का अहवाल
By Krupashankar Sharma
Summary
This report chronicles a recent workshop on manuscriptology and palaeography held at a research institute. Scholars from across India gathered to discuss methods for cataloguing, conserving and deciphering ancient manuscripts. The author summarises presentations on topics such as the physical composition of palm‑leaf and paper manuscripts, ink chemistry, regional scripts and the challenges of digitization. Practical sessions allowed participants to handle fragile materials, practise reading scripts like Śāradā and Grantha, and learn about metadata standards for digital archives. The report highlights the workshop’s emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration among historians, linguists, chemists and conservators. It concludes by outlining recommendations for future training programmes, including the need for community outreach, funding for conservation laboratories and the development of open‑access resources to democratise access to India’s documentary heritage.
Conclusion
Reporting on manuscriptology workshops highlights the collaborative nature of preserving textual heritage. Continued training and resource sharing are essential for sustaining this important work.