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Vishnampet Ramachandra DikshitarIndian Tamil historian, Indologist, Dravidologist and Sanskrit scholar
Date of Birth: 16.04.1896
Country:  India |
Content:
- Ramachandra Dikshitar: A Eminent Historian and Indologist
- Academic Career
- Specialization and Research
- Contributions to History and Indology
- - "Warfare in Ancient India"
Ramachandra Dikshitar: A Eminent Historian and Indologist
Early Life and EducationRamachandra Dikshitar was born on April 16, 1896, in the Tamil village of Vishnampet in British India. He hailed from an orthodox Brahmin family. Dikshitar completed his high school education in Thirukkattuppalli and graduated with honors in history from St. Joseph's College in Tiruchirapalli in 1920. In 1923, he earned his Master's degree in history with a diploma in economics, followed by a doctorate from Madras University in 1927.
Academic Career
Dikshitar initially taught history at St. Joseph's College in Tiruchirapalli. In 1928, he joined the Department of History and Archaeology at Madras University, becoming a professor in 1947. He held the position of Professor at Madras University until his untimely demise on November 24, 1953.
Specialization and Research
Dikshitar specialized in Indian history, particularly Tamil history. He was also a respected Sanskritist. His research focused on various aspects of Indian civilization, including military history, war strategies, and the role of Tamil rulers in South India.
Contributions to History and Indology
Dikshitar's contributions to history and Indology were significant. His published works include:
- "Warfare in Ancient India"
- "Origin and Spread of the Tamils"- "The History of South India"
- "Hindu Administrative Institutions"
Legacy
Ramachandra Dikshitar's work has had a lasting impact on the study of Indian history. His research on the use of vimanas in ancient Indian warfare and the origin of the boomerang in South India remains a subject of interest and debate among historians. Dikshitar's contributions to Tamil history have also enriched our understanding of the role of Tamil rulers in the development of South India.
