Reviews
By P. C. Bagchi, Narayan Chandra Banerji, J. N. Sengupta, Manindra Mohan Bose
Summary
Covering more than fifteen pages, this reviews section summarises and critiques recent scholarly publications. It highlights the completion of Dr. Benoytosh Bhattacharyya’s edition of the Sadhanamala, praising his pioneering work on Buddhist ritual texts while urging comparison with Tibetan sources. The introduction to the volume discusses magic in ancient India, the origins and chronology of Vajrayana Buddhism, its leading tenets, deities and authors. The reviewer disputes claims that the Buddha taught Tantric practices. Other works reviewed likely include studies on Indian history, philosophy and philology, each assessed for their contributions and shortcomings. Overall, the section functions as an academic digest of new books.
Conclusion
The reviews provide scholars with concise appraisals of recent literature. They reflect the vibrant state of Indological research in 1930 and emphasise the need for rigorous textual comparison and critical analysis.