The History of Bengal (Vol. I: Hindu Period; Vol. II: Muslim Period 1200–1757) v1.c19.s10.4
The History of Bengal (Vol. I: Hindu Period; Vol. II: Muslim Period 1200–1757) v1.c19.s10.4
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As regards maritime and colonial activity, an inscription in Malay Peninsula, of the fourth or fifth century A.D., records the gift of a *Mahānāvika* (great captain) Buddhagupta, who was probably a native of Bengal.¹ Tradition also connects Bengal with the Indian settlement in the island of Ceylon (*v. supra* p. 39). The truth of the story of prince Vijaya may, however, be doubted, and no final conclusion is possible until fresh evidence is available.