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Iravatham Mahadevan

Indian epigraphist (1930-2018) · India · On the map · Writers · Died at 88

Iravatham Mahadevan was an Indian epigraphist and civil servant, known for his decipherment of Tamil-Brahmi inscriptions and for his expertise on the epigraphy of the Indus Valley Civilisation.

Iravatham Mahadevan is read about 41 times a day, in 8 languages.

A typical day, 30 days to 21 June 2026

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Padma Shri in arts2009
Jawarharlal Nehru Fellowship1970

About this person

Country
India
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1930 to 2018 · aged 88