2024, Vol. 10, Issue 6, Part C

author(s)
MS Tharshini, A Uma, I Siriya Pushpa Leela and MK Anitha

abstract
Grantha script originated in South India from the Brahmi script and was primarily used for writing Sanskrit and Tamil texts. It played a significant role in Tamil literature and religious worship. This script emerged during the Pallava dynasty and was used extensively for writing inscriptions and manuals. Grantha script diverged from Brahmi to reflect certain unique Tamil words. The script is explained in detail with several examples.