Khudawadi, Sindhi

Khudawadi is a script used to write the Sindhi language. It is also known as Sindhi-Arabic, Warangal, Mahajani, and Sindhi-Devanagari. Khudawadi is thought to have originated in the 13th century. The script is used by Sindhi Hindus and Sikhs. The Khudawadi script is written from right to left. Each character has its own unique shape, and there are a total of 58 characters in the script. Khudawadi is written on a line, with each character occupying its own square. The script is named after the Khudawad region of Sindh, where it is thought to have originated. Khudawadi is thought to be derived from the Mahajani script, which was used in the region prior to the 13th century. The earliest known Khudawadi inscriptions date back to the 13th century. These inscriptions were found on copper plates and stone tablets. The Khudawadi script was also used on coins minted in the region. The Khudawadi script fell out of use in the 18th century, when the British colonized Sindh. The British introduced the Roman script, which replaced Khudawadi as the primary script for writing Sindhi. Despite its decline in use, the Khudawadi script is still used by some Sindhi Hindus and Sikhs. The script is used for religious purposes, such as writing hymns and mantras. There has been a recent resurgence in interest in the Khudawadi script. In 2010, the Sindhi Language Authority announced a competition for the best Sindhi software program. The winning program, developed by a team of Sindhi computer scientists, included a Khudawadi keyboard. The Khudawadi script is an important part of Sindhi culture and heritage. The script is a unique way of writing the Sindhi language, and it has a rich history.