Susunia Lipi
The Susunia Lipi, rock inscription, is an ancient inscription located on Susunia Hill in the Bankura district of West Bengal, India. It is considered to be the oldest rock inscription in West Bengal, dating back to the 4th century AD.
Parts of Susunia Lipi
The Shilalipi was discovered in the 18th century by British officials, but its full significance wasn’t understood until later. The inscription is carved on a large rock face and consists of two parts:
The first part identifies the inscription as the work of King Chandravarman, who was a devotee of the Hindu god Vishnu.
The second part states that King Chandravarman donated the village of Choshagrama to the temple of Chakrasvamin, another name for Vishnu.
The inscription is written in the Brahmi script, which was a popular writing system in ancient India. The inscription is also notable for its depiction of a chakra, or wheel, which is a symbol of Vishnu.
The rock inscription is an important historical document that provides valuable information about the political, religious, and social conditions of West Bengal in the 4th century AD. Susunia is also a popular tourist destination and is protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.
Location: Susunia Hill, Bankura district, West Bengal, India
Date: 4th century AD
Language: Brahmi script
Content: Donation of the village of Choshagrama to the temple of Chakrasvamin by King Chandravarman
Significance: Provides valuable information about the political, religious, and social conditions of West Bengal in the 4th century AD