- Epigraphs from the 16th to 19th centuries, on display at Kashmir Arts Emporium’s exhibition organised by the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST).
- It provides insights into Kashmir’s history. These artefacts reveal the dominance of the Persian language, local Hindus’ praise for Sultan Sikander, and the construction of community wells by the Mughals.
- The exhibition showcases rare devotional and literary works, including chronograms from over four centuries, starting with the Sultanate rule in the 14th century.
- An inscription from Khanmoh mentions a ‘maath’ foundation during Zain-ul-Abidin’s reign, praising his father, Sultan Sikander.
- Jamia Masjid Inscription highlights reconstruction efforts by native engineer Malik Haider and calligrapher Mulla Murad (Shirin Kalam), with engraving by Hindu craftsman Hari Ram.
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