Who deciphered the Brahmi script?
A James Prinsep
B Alexander Cunningham
C Charles Wilkins
In the early 19th century, while the East India Company governed India, the deciphering of Brahmi script became a significant area of interest among European scholars. This pursuit led to a breakthrough when James Prinsep, serving as the Society’s secretary, successfully decoded Brahmi during the 1830s.
The correct answer is James Prinsep.