The Malinīthan Inscription and the Cultural Resonance of the Mahābhārata in Arunachal Pradesh
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This research paper explores the significance of the Malinīthan inscription in Arunachal Pradesh and its deep connections with the Mahābhārata, one of India’s most revered epics. By examining the textual and archaeological evidence, the paper aims to elucidate how the Mahābhārata’s narratives influenced the cultural and religious fabric of Arunachal Pradesh. The research adopts an interdisciplinary approach, integrating textual analysis and field studies, to understand the interplay between epic literature and regional history. The paper tries to reinstate the enduring legacy of the Mahābhārata by analysing the spiritual and socio-cultural identity of the region.
Author: Dr Subhashis Banerjee
Institution: Nagaland University
Language: English
Topic: Indian and Buddhist Studies
Subfield: Religious studies
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4410245837