Contributed articles.

Early Indian history and beyond is a tribute to Professor B.D chattopadhyaya’s profound scholarship by a community of well-known scholars, his former colleagues, and students sharing his enthusiasm in the field of early Indian history. The first section of the book is devoted to a personal reminiscence, write ups on his contributions and a list of books and papers published by him. Stimulated by chattopadhyaya’s areas of scientific interests, the second section is a bouquet of twenty-six essays, arranged in five subthemes: historical perspectives from texts; looking through the epigraphic lens; art and religion; city, trade and markets; and history and historiography. Through these outstanding essays, tribute is paid to chattopadhyaya’s remarkable efforts to develop a distinctive historiography in the studies of Indian history. This collection reflects the sincerity and respect of his admirers.