The Role of Sanskrit in Preserving Indian Cultural Heritage
Dr. Debanjan Das
Assistant Professor (WBES),
Department of Sanskrit,
Jhargram Raj College, Jhargram,
West Bengal , India
Received on: 16 May ,2024 Revised on: 20 June ,2024 Published on: 30 June ,2024
Abstract: Sanskrit, an ancient language of India, plays a crucial role in preserving Indian cultural heritage. As the liturgical language of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, Sanskrit encompasses a vast corpus of religious texts, philosophy, literature, and science. This paper explores the significance of Sanskrit in maintaining cultural continuity and identity across centuries. The language’s rich literary tradition, including epics like the Mahabharata and Ramayana, serves as a repository of moral and ethical values. Sanskrit’s influence on modern Indian languages and its integration into contemporary education policies, such as India’s National Education Policy 2020, highlight its enduring relevance. Sanskrit education, India aims to reconnect with its cultural roots and foster a deeper understanding of its historical and spiritual legacy. This study underscores the importance of Sanskrit in cultural preservation and its potential to unite diverse linguistic communities through shared heritage.
Keywords: Linguistic Heritage, Cultural Identity, Educational Policies, Traditional Knowledge, Language Revitalization.
Doi Link – https://doi.org/10.69758/GIMRJ2406IIV12P022
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