Question

"The epigraphy alone does not provide a full understanding of political and economic history.” Explain the statement with examples.

Hint:

Epigraphy is a valuable historical source but must be supplemented by other evidence, such as literature and archaeology, to fully understand historical contexts.

Answer 1

Epigraphy, while valuable for understanding ancient inscriptions, does not provide a complete picture of political and economic history. For instance, inscriptions may highlight royal decrees or religious donations, but they often omit details about daily life, social structures, or economic conditions. Archaeological evidence and literary sources are necessary to fill in these gaps.