Summary: In recent times, manuscripts with English translations and parallel versions in Sanskrit and Tibetan have been published, such as the Khotanese Dharmapada by H.W. Bailey and Uigurian Buddhist texts by F.W.K. Miiller. Early Indologists like Sir William Jones and Christian Lassen played a significant role in stimulating interest in Indian history and Buddhism in India. Explorers like Prinsep and Cunningham discovered sites linked to Buddhism in northern India, further fueling interest. Sarat Chandra Das's travels in Tibet and publications on Buddhism also contributed. Bengal saw pioneering work in Buddhist studies by scholars like Hara Prasad Shastri. In China, the Rev. T’ai-Hsu and his disciples led Buddhist revival efforts while Japan has a longstanding tradition of Buddhist studies. Modern scholars like Prof. P.V. Bapat and Prof. Satkari Mookerjee in India have made significant contributions to Buddhist studies, continuing the legacy of earlier scholars like Prof. Rhys Davids. The greater focus on Buddhist manuscripts, translations, and academic work indicates a growing interest and commitment to understanding and preserving Buddhist heritage.