Question

The first full fledged Malayalam work printed in the language using Malayalam types was

• A. Christiya Matatatwam
• B. Samkshepa Vedartham
• C. Vrithamanjari
• D. Malayalavilasam

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Samkshepa Vedartham

• Samkshepa Vedartham is recognized as the first book printed in Malayalam using Malayalam script (types).

• It was published in 1772 in Rome.

• The work was authored by the Italian missionary Clement Pianius (also known as Clemente Peani), who was a member of the Carmelite order.

• The text serves as a theological manual or catechism of the Catholic Church, explaining basic Christian doctrines in the Malayalam language.

• The printing process involved the development of a unique Malayalam typeface, which was a significant milestone in the history of Malayalam literature and printing technology.