Ashok Kondaji Tapase
Thane West
Summary
A dedicated researcher and scholar of ancient Indian languages and history, specializing in the Ashokan period. Possessing a strong command of Pali, Prakrit-Pali, and Brahmi scripts, I have meticulously studied and documented Ashokan inscriptions across India. My work includes transcribing, translating, and comparatively analyzing these inscriptions, leading to the publication of two books and several research papers. My research has also contributed to a proposed new understanding of the Minor Rock Inscriptions and a revised date for the death of Buddha. Currently engaged in researching and developing a novel Luni-Solar calendar system.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Scholar and Researcher
Independent Scholar and Researcher
01.2009 - Current
- Self-directed study of Pali, Prakrit-Pali, and Brahmi scripts
- Extensive research and documentation of Ashokan inscriptions
- Publication of two books and several research papers
- Ongoing research in calendar systems
Sub Divisional Engineer
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited, Mumbai
Mumbai
01.1977 - 01.2011
- Telecommunications Infrastructure Maintenance: Expertise in digital PCB maintenance for telecommunication infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Software & Hardware Management: Proficient in designing inventory management software and maintaining associated computer software and hardware systems.
- Electronics Department Governance: Demonstrated leadership in managing the electronics department, overseeing hardware related to telecommunication infrastructure and computing technology.
Fieldwork
- Visited approximately thirty-five sites of Ashokan inscriptions across India, from Kalsi (Uttarakhand) to Bramhagiri (Karnataka) and Junagadh (Gujarat) to Dhauli and Jaugada (Odisha)
Education
Diploma - Industrial Electronics Engineering
Mumbai University
Skills
- Proficient in Pali language
- Prakrit-Pali Literature
- Brahmi Script
- Efficiency in Marathi Hindi and English Literature
- Scriptural Studies
- Handson experience in Transcription and Translation
- Comparative Analysis
- Historical Research
- Calendar Development
Personal Information
Marital Status: Married
Publications
- Ashokan Inscriptions in India and Nepal, 2014, Original Brahmi text, Devanagari transcription, and Marathi translation.
- Ashokan Inscriptions in India and Nepal, 2023, Hindi translation with extended research on Minor Rock Inscriptions.
References
Available upon request.
Fieldwork
Visited approximately thirty-five sites of Ashokan inscriptions across India, from Kalsi (Uttarakhand) to Bramhagiri (Karnataka) and Junagadh (Gujarat) to Dhauli and Jaugada (Odisha).
Research And Presentations
- New Meaning of Minor Rock Inscription of Emperor Ashok, Research paper presented to Sri Sri University, Indian Society for Buddhist Studies (ISBS), Institute of Social Sciences & Management Studies (Jabalpur), Institute of Social Sciences & Management Studies (Telangana), and Epigraphical Society of India. This research proposes a new interpretation of the Minor Rock Inscriptions and suggests a revised date of 516 BC for the death of Buddha, based on evidence from Ashoka's time.
- Luni-Solar Calendar Systems in India and Some Asian Countries, Ongoing research project focused on creating a new Luni-Solar calendar system based on the Metonic cycle of Ancient Athens, independent of constellations.
Timeline
Independent Scholar and Researcher
Independent Scholar and Researcher
01.2009 - Current
Sub Divisional Engineer
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited, Mumbai
01.1977 - 01.2011
Fieldwork
Diploma - Industrial Electronics Engineering
Mumbai University