Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. The earliest Tamil writing is attested in inscriptions and potsherds from the 5th century bce. Three periods have been distinguished through analyses of grammatical and lexical changes: Old Tamil (from about 450 bce to 700 ce), Middle Tamil (700–1600), and Modern Tamil (from 1600).
When did the Tamil language originate?
The earliest period of Tamil literature, Sangam literature, is dated from ca. 300 BC – AD 300. It has the oldest extant literature among Dravidian languages. The earliest epigraphic records found on rock edicts and hero stones date from around the 3rd century BC.
Who is the father of Tamil language?
Notes: As per Tamil sources, the father of Tamil literature is Agastaya.
Is Tamil language older than Sanskrit?
Tamil is older than Sanskrit and there is record of Tamil Sangam dating back 4,500 years, he said. Dravidian culture is not based on Sanskrit language, he asserted.
Is Kannada older than Tamil?
Kannada is one of the Dravidian languages but is younger than Tamil. The oldest Kannada inscription was discovered at the small community of Halmidi and dates to about 450 ce. The Kannada script is closely related to the Telugu script; both emerged from an Old Kannarese ( Karnataka ) script.
How was the first language created?
The first perspective that language evolved from the calls of human ancestors seems logical because both humans and animals make sounds or cries. This suggests that language was derived from gesture (humans communicated by gesture first and sound was attached later).
What is worlds first language?
Worlds oldest language is Sanskrit. The Sanskrit language is called Devbhasha. All European languages seem inspired by Sanskrit. All the universities and educational institutions spread across the world consider Sanskrit as the most ancient language.
Which is oldest country in Europe?
Bulgaria Bulgaria is the oldest country in Europe and the only country that has not changed its name since it was first established. In the 7th century AD, the Proto- Bulgarians led by Khan Asparuh crossed the Danube River and in 681, they established their own state south of the Danube.