Dr. Sharmila is a distinguished research scholar, author, and painter, renowned for her profound exploration of historical epochs, cultural nuances, and Indian iconography. With a background as a Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) and former Networking Administrator at Pentasoft Technology, she brings a unique analytical perspective to her work. Now fully dedicated to writing, Dr. Sharmila focuses on producing both research-oriented and university books on history.
Beyond her literary pursuits, Dr. Sharmila is deeply passionate about painting and crafting handmade items, blending artistic expression with historical themes. In her leisure time, she also enjoys playing the sitar, having completed the Madhyama Purna (3rd year) at Akshila Bharata Gandharva Mahavidyalay, Chandigarh. Through her diverse talents and dedication, Dr. Sharmila breathes life into the intricacies of India’s past, celebrating its rich heritage in every endeavor.
Discover a curated collection of Dr. Sharmila’s literary works that delve into the depths of historical epochs, cultural intricacies, and the beauty of Indian iconography.
The Cultural Contribution of the Gajapatis
“The Cultural Contribution of the Gajapatis ” is completely focus on the religious, literature, socio-cultural conditions of Medieval Odisha. Panchasakha’s tattwa, Arrival of Shrichaitanya and his association with, Gajapati king Shri Prataprudradeva, Panchasakha, Rai Ramananda, Basudeva Sarbabhauma signify the religious amalgamation of Vaishnava dharma. Sharala Mahabharata, literary works of Atibadi Jagannath Das, Balaram Das and Achyutananda Das of Panchasakha yuga and other literary works of renowned authors make this Era significant. “Devadasi tradition, and it’s rituals in the Jagannath temple make this book a research oriented works, for which I collected resources mostly from contemporary Manuscripts.
Understanding Indian Culture – I
This book highlights the vivid accounts of Cultural expansion like overseas trade and commerce and it’s impact on South East Asian economic factors, impact on trades, religion , Arts and architecture, society. Hellenistic impact in art and sculpture.
Understanding Indian Culture II
For the convenience of the student of History, the book starts with prehistoric arts,Mauryan art and Architecture, Gupta,Kushana,Chalukaya, Somavamshi, Bhoi, Ganga and Surya vampire Arts, architecture and end with second part from overseas trade and commerce.
It also highlights Hellinic,Islamic, Bhakti movements and freedom struggle in India.
International Affairs
1919 AD to 1991 AD
The book primarily focused on the First World War, Paris peace Conference, League of Nation, Collective security Disarmament, Bolshevic Revolution, The great Depression of 1929, rise of Facism, and Nazism and many more on the second World War, Nuclear Age, and cold war.
Indian Arts & Iconography
The book highlights on the Art and Architecture and sculpture from pre historic period to Chola dynasty. The branch of knowledge that deals with the representative arts in form of drawings, picture, figures images or icons called Iconography are prime subject of this book. Beautiful art form of Iconography found in Paleolithic, Neolithic and Chalcolithic Iconography in Edkal, Bhimbetka and Lekhamonda are still considered as the Important Archeological sites.The religious form of Iconography found on the temple of Khajuraho, ,Hampi in Bellary district,Karnataka is filled with architectural beautyMauryan and Gupta art and sculpture found in Bahrut, Sanchi and Bodhgaya and different schools Arts make this book itself distinct from others.
Explore the milestones of Dr. Sharmila’s illustrious career, from her acclaimed books and research contributions to her artistic accolades and musical accomplishments. Each achievement reflects her dedication to preserving and celebrating India’s rich cultural heritage.
I felt honored When Our Gajapati Maharaja praised my book “Cultural Contribution of the Gajapatis”, which is based on piles of contemporary Manuscripts of Medieval Odisha. The intellectual discussion with this highbrow person, I considered my lifetime achievement.
