George Cœdès

George Cœdès (1886-1969) was a prominent French scholar known for his work in Southeast Asian history and archaeology. He is most notably recognized for coining the term 'Indianization' to describe the cultural influences from India that shaped the civilizations of Southeast Asia. His theories have sparked debate about the flow of cultural ideas, suggesting a one-way transfer from India to Southeast Asia, while also recognizing the complexities of cultural exchange.