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The Legend of The Great Wall of Raisen (MP) – History, Archaeology & Oral Traditions

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Gorakhpur is a small village located in the Raisen district of Madhya
Pradesh. This village gained prominence around 2014 when various media
reports began to assert the existence of a wall purportedly measuring 80
kilometers in length. This sensational news garnered widespread attention across
India, prompting several short field studies and surveys conducted by various
agencies. The wall, which is considered a significant aspect of the region’s
heritage, has primarily been featured in newspapers with numerous
exaggerations; however, no comprehensive academic paper has been published
on the subject, with the exception of one authored by Dr. Jinendra Jain of IGNTU
Amarkantak in 2020. Dr. Jain’s paper represents the first scholarly source of
information and addresses specific aspects of the built heritage. Raisen is
recognized as one of the most significant districts in Madhya Pradesh and is also
referred to as the rock art capital of India. The archaeological history of the
district can be traced back to the Lower Paleolithic era, with excavations at
Tikoda and Bhimbetka yielding some of the earliest dates in central Indian
prehistory. This paper is based on a recent survey and documentation of the
Gorakhpur wall and the built heritage in the surrounding regions.

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Buddhism During the age of Kalachuri’s: A study of Tara Sculptures of Jabalpur

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About the Article Author - Shivam Dubey

Shivam Dubey is a dedicated PhD scholar at Nagpur University, specializing in Ancient Indian Culture and Archaeology. A postgraduate from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai (2016), he has since developed a dynamic career spanning field archaeology, prehistory, conservation, museology, numismatics, and heritage studies.

His research focuses on ancient Indian temple architecture, art, and iconography, particularly related to the Kalachuris and Central India. Shivam has contributed to several major projects, including serving as Chief Archaeological Officer for the Sirpur Heritage Impact Assessment in Chhattisgarh.

He has presented over 25 papers at national conferences, authored more than 19 peer-reviewed publications, and written 11 books and booklets. His notable fieldwork includes the Tripuri Excavation, Buxwaha and Devgarh Explorations, and surveys across 18 districts of Madhya Pradesh. Recent initiatives include documentation in Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, Raisen’s Great Wall, and museum development at Nainagiri.

His acclaimed work at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, under ASI Jabalpur, was globally recognized and listed among the top ten discoveries by Heritage Daily. Shivam has worked with institutions like the Indian Archaeological Society, ASI, Madhya Pradesh Tribal Museum, and Prarang, while actively promoting heritage awareness through platforms like the G20 Summit and Heritage Pathshala.

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Re-evaluation and identification of some Yogini sculptures from Silchat Gurgi, Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh

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About the Article Author - Shivam Dubey

Shivam Dubey is a dedicated PhD scholar at Nagpur University, specializing in Ancient Indian Culture and Archaeology. A postgraduate from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai (2016), he has since developed a dynamic career spanning field archaeology, prehistory, conservation, museology, numismatics, and heritage studies.

His research focuses on ancient Indian temple architecture, art, and iconography, particularly related to the Kalachuris and Central India. Shivam has contributed to several major projects, including serving as Chief Archaeological Officer for the Sirpur Heritage Impact Assessment in Chhattisgarh.

He has presented over 25 papers at national conferences, authored more than 19 peer-reviewed publications, and written 11 books and booklets. His notable fieldwork includes the Tripuri Excavation, Buxwaha and Devgarh Explorations, and surveys across 18 districts of Madhya Pradesh. Recent initiatives include documentation in Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, Raisen’s Great Wall, and museum development at Nainagiri.

His acclaimed work at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, under ASI Jabalpur, was globally recognized and listed among the top ten discoveries by Heritage Daily. Shivam has worked with institutions like the Indian Archaeological Society, ASI, Madhya Pradesh Tribal Museum, and Prarang, while actively promoting heritage awareness through platforms like the G20 Summit and Heritage Pathshala.

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Date of the Mahabharata War (3162 BCE): A Study of Evidence and Methodology

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About the Article Author - Vedveer Arya

Vedveer Arya is a senior officer from the Ministry of Defence, currently serving as the Additional Financial Advisor and Joint Secretary in the Department of Defence R&D, Ministry of Defence (Finance), New Delhi. He is a distinguished member of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), having joined in the year 1997.

In addition to his role in the Ministry of Defence, Arya is also recognized for his expertise in chronology, history, and Sanskrit studies. His passion for epigraphic research has led him to become a meticulous researcher with profound insights into the chronological history of ancient India. Arya has conducted comprehensive studies of various ancient Indian epigraphs, critically evaluating the chronology proposed by colonial historians and their followers. Furthermore, he has contributed to the exploration of the scientific achievements of ancient India.

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