Were Chandragupta Maurya and Alexander Contemporaries? | Dr M L Raja | #SangamTalks

In this thought-provoking YouTube video, several historical narratives related to Chandragupta Maurya, Sanskrit inscriptions, and the Tower of Delhi are scrutinized. The video challenges the widely accepted notion that Chandragupta Maurya was a contemporary of Alexander the Great. Citing the lack of mention of Alexander in ancient Indian literature, the speaker questions the assumptions made by William Jones and Colonel Wilford. Flaws in Jones’ assumptions are pointed out, with inconsistencies in attributions to the drama “Mudrarakshasa” highlighted by Colonel Wilford. The contradictions in historical writings necessitate further research and scrutiny to uncover the truth.

The discussion extends to the colonial-era scholars such as William Jones, H.S. Wilson, and the alleged conspiracies of Michael and Macaulay. The video suggests that colonial scholars distorted Indian history to fit their agenda, devaluing Sanskrit literature and introducing English education to break the attachment of Hindus to their religion. The Tower of Delhi’s history is explored, with a focus on the 19th-century ASI record mentioning a Sanskrit inscription attributed to King Prithvi. The absence of contemporary books supporting the tower’s Muslim origin is highlighted, while records from European engineers like Begler objectively state that the lower portion was built by Hindus. Efforts to present a Christianized version of India’s history by figures like Max Muller are revealed, emphasizing the urgency of revising the education system to teach accurate Indian history.

The video touches upon the controversy surrounding the loss of ancient Indian history due to cities being built around wooden beams. It refutes the assumption that wooden beams caused the loss and asserts that Sanskrit was not imported by foreigners. The discussion also delves into the availability of materials determining fortifications, challenging the narrative around ancient Indian fortifications.

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