Proto-Kui-Kuwi : *pala-
Meaning : to inquire, question, ask, address, say; n. inquiry, remark
Kui : plāpa (plāt-)
Notes : B&E put this together with PK *panḍ- 'to send', but it's hogwash, especially since both roots are well distinguished in most Dravidian subgroups.
Number in DED : 3887