Sanskrit Studies: Samvat 2061-62 (Special Centre for Sanskrit Studies S.)

Book Detail:

• Publisher: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
• Author: Kapil Kapoor
• Edition: 1st Edition
• ISBN: 9788124603482
• Pages: 312
• Binding: Hardcover
• Release Date: 30-12-2005
• Package Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
• Languages: English

Description:
This book addresses the subjugation of the modern Indian intellect by Western ethnographic and divisive ideologies. It highlights how Sanskrit intellectual texts provide a thought structure that can counteract this influence and restore India's cultural and philosophical heritage.

The significance of Sanskrit was emphasized in a 1993 Supreme Court judgment, which stated that learning Sanskrit is essential for preserving India’s heritage. Similarly, the 1986 education policy acknowledged the importance of exploring India's ancient knowledge systems and integrating them into modern studies.

With this vision, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) established the Special Centre for Sanskrit Studies in 2002 to bridge the gap between Indian thought systems, contemporary Indian reality, and Western ideologies. This volume is the first issue of a research journal/publication dedicated to advancing Indian scholarship.

The book covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Logic and Grammar
• Philosophy and Aesthetics
• Environmental Thought
• Interpretation and Science
• Epic Poetry and Textual Preservation
• India’s Cultural Influence in Asia

It serves as an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and teachers in the fields of language, literature, science, and philosophy, fostering a new generation of scholars committed to Indian intellectual traditions.

About the Author:
Kapil Kapoor is a distinguished scholar in Sanskrit, linguistics, and Indian intellectual traditions. He has extensively studied Indian knowledge systems and their relevance to contemporary issues, contributing significantly to Indology, language studies, and philosophy.