A diachronic study of Jain religion and its art, with a special emphasis on Orissan (Odisha) traditions—a region historically rich in Jain heritage but often overlooked

Artistic Aspects: Analyzes sculpture, iconography, temple architecture, votive tablets (ayagapata), and manuscript art tied to Jain liturgical traditions

Historical Coverage: Traces developments from earliest archaeological evidence in Odisha (e.g., Udayagiri & Khandagiri rock-cut caves) through medieval artistic expressions

 Research Depth: Combines textual sources and field evidence, enhancing our understanding of Jain art’s evolution in Orissa, supplementing earlier works which focused narrowly on prehistoric inscriptions and sites