Emperor Ashoka – History, Memory, Memorialization by Nayanjot Lahiri

Explore the fascinating interplay of history, memory, and memorialization surrounding Emperor Ashoka in this comprehensive lecture by Professor Nayanjot Lahiri. Delve into the historical evidence of Ashoka's influence across South Asia, including rock edicts, pillars, and stupas, while examining how his legacy has been remembered and reimagined in various cultures. Discover how the emperor's sphere of influence expanded beyond historical boundaries, shaped by regional religious interests and political ambitions. Investigate archaeological sites and artifacts from India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Thailand to understand how different societies have imposed new meanings on Ashoka's legacy. Gain insights into the reconstructive nature of memory and how it shapes our understanding of historical figures and events. The lecture concludes with a thought-provoking Q&A session, offering a deeper exploration of the complex relationship between history and memory in the context of Emperor Ashoka's enduring legacy.

DATE: 15 January 2020, 16:00 to
Introduction
Emperor Ashoka – History, Memory, Memorialization
Nayanjot Lahiri Ashoka in Ancient India
Girnar rock in Gujarat
Greek-Aramaic edict at Kandahar
Erragual Edicts in Andhra
Ashoka at Kanaganahalli
Dharmachakra at Nakhon Pathom Thailand
Collapsed Famen Pagoda China
Stupa 'Ashoka Stupa' Finger bone relic
Barabar hills
Ashokan pillar at Vaishali Bihar
Ashokan edict at Brahmagiri
Lumbini Nepal
Kaushambi
Bairat Rajasthan
First minor rock edict Udegolam Karnataka
Sannath
Ashokan pillar in Delhi
Sanchi Stupa Madhya Pradesh
Bagan Myanmar
Gubyaukgyi temple
Dharma Chakram in the Bangkok National Museum
Sculpture at Sanchi
Wat Umong Chiang Mai
Wat Phra Mahathat Nakhon Si Thammarat
Thank you!
Q&A