Cambodia's script has ancient Indian roots

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Cambodia's script has ancient Indian roots

The Khmer script, a cornerstone of Cambodian identity, elegantly evolved from India's ancient Brahmi script, showcasing centuries of profound cultural exchange across Asia.

The beautiful Khmer script, used for the Cambodian language, traces its origins back to the ancient Brahmi script from India, which emerged around 300 BCE. This foundational script influenced many writing systems across Asia, including the Pallava script in southern India.

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