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B.B. Lal is unquestionably India’s greatest living archaeologist Dr Lal s contributions to the field of archaeology have been nothing short of epoch-making Image Credit: IIT Kanpur official website
It is indeed a rare benefit and honour to engage in a meaningful conversation with a centenarian. That too if he is one of the most eminent, decorated, and learnt men in the land. I had such a rare privilege when I called on Dr. B.B. Lal at his residence in New Delhi on 9 February 2021.
Dr. Lal was recognised with India’s second highest civilian award, the Padma Vibhushan, announced on 26 January, India’s Republic Day. He was also one of the longest serving Directors of Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Shimla. It was my good fortune, as its current director, to present him the traditional Himachali topi (cap) and shawl as a token of our respect.
B B Lal: A Life In Search Of TruthÂ
by Aravindan Neelakandan - Jan 27, 2021 11:52 AM
Dr B B Lal
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Dr B B Lal, recently conferred with the Padma Vibhushan, never let ideological persuasions drive academic and professional decisions.
In May, Braj Basi Lal shall be a centenarian. Popularly known as B B Lal, he has been awarded Padma Vibhushan by the Government of India.
His is a life dedicated to archaeology. With the announcement of the honour, many have pointed out to his role in unearthing the Ayodhya temple ruins.
His archaeological work on the
Ramayana sites did play a crucial role in providing clinching evidence for the existence of the Sri Rama