The need for a National Archaeological database

Gupta, E and Das, S and Balan, KSC and Kumar, V and Rajani, MB (2017) The need for a National Archaeological database. In: Current Science, 113 (10). pp. 1961-1973.

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Abstract

India's economic development is evident in its industrial growth, extensive transportation network, and rapidly expanding cities, towns and villages. While this growth has numerous positive aspects, it also has the potential to cause irrevocable damage (directly or indirectly) to rich archaeological heritage of the country. The present study makes three contributions. First, it examines several archaeological sites where economic developmental activities have caused significant damage. Second, it demonstrates how the risk of further damage can be minimized using geospatial solutions to protect and manage such sites. Third, it conceptualizes a framework for incorporating spatial and non-spatial knowledge of archaeological sites into a National Archaeological Database. We propose that this national archive should be made publicly accessible under the Digital India programme, where it can assist decision makers (development authorities, state departments, etc.) and help citizens plan for future economic growth while preserving the fragile remnants of our past.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Publication:	Current Science
Publisher:	Indian Academy of Sciences
Additional Information:	The copyright for this article belongs to Indian Academy of Sciences.
Keywords:	Archaeological database; Economic development; Geospatial solutions; Protection of heritage sites
Department/Centre:	Autonomous Societies / Centres > Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology
Date Deposited:	22 Jul 2022 11:12
Last Modified:	22 Jul 2022 11:12
URI:	https://eprints.iisc.ac.in/id/eprint/74723

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