U+114BA "𑒺" Tirhuta Vowel Sign Short E Unicode Character

U+114BA "𑒺" Tirhuta Vowel Sign Short E is a dependent vowel diacritic used in the Tirhuta script, which is historically employed for writing the Maithili language primarily spoken in the Mithila region of India and Nepal. This character represents a short "e" sound and is attached to a consonant base character to modify its inherent vowel, functioning as a combining mark rather than a standalone letter. Its inclusion in the Unicode Standard facilitates the accurate digital representation and preservation of Tirhuta texts, enabling modern electronic communication and documentation for this classical script.