Drinking in Ancient India

by Dr. Jyotsna Kamat
First Online: August 16, 2000
Last Updated: August 20, 2024

Introduction to Drinking in Ancient India

Brewing and drinking of various liquors was developed into an art in ancient India, although the Smrutis (sacred texts)  considered consuming alcohol (sura) as a great sin. Dr. Kamat presented a paper on drinking habits of ancient and medieval southern Indians (Drinking in Ancient Karnataka) at the  Karnataka History Academy Conference held at Hampi 8th July - 10th July 2000.

We have added pictures of drinking bouts from other parts of India for this Internet presentation.
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Drinking of Alcoholic Beverages in Ancient and Medieval India

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