What language is the Sharda script based on?

Jun 08 2023

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Understanding the Sharda Script

The Sharda script is an ancient Brahmi-based script that originated around the 8th century CE in the region of Kashmir, northern India. It was widely used for writing Sanskrit, Sharda, and Kashmiri, among other languages and dialects spoken in the region. The script is named after the ancient title of Sharada Peeth temple (dedicated to the goddess Sharada) in Kashmir, which was once a famous center of learning and scholarship.

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