Adi Shankaracharya’s Birthplace as a National Monument

Recently, the National Monuments Authority (NMA) met with Kerala’s Governor to discuss the state’s declaration of Adi Shankaracharya’s birthplace as a national monument.

  • The Archeological Survey of India (ASI) designates any monument of national importance and authorises the Central government to 'maintain, protect and promote' the site.
  • If mandated by the Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958, the monument could be considered to be of significant historical importance.

Adi Shankaracharya

  • Adi Shankaracharya was born in Kaladi village, which is located on the banks of the Periyar River, Kerala’s largest river.
  • He is credited with 116 works, including famous commentaries (bhashyas) on ten ....
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