Sanskrit: Past, Present and Future (original) (raw)

Sanskrit is one of the oldest known languages in the world, with examples of Vedic Sanskrit dating back to approximately 5000 BCE and possibly even earlier. The word “Sanskrit” is translated in several different ways, as “complete,” “perfect,” or “pulled together.” Sanskrit is one of the most famous and culturally important of these languages with literatures and proven science in the field of philosophy, literature, science, learning, astrology, dance-music, lyrics, singing, yoga, ethical and moral knowledge and others. It is believed that there is no other knowledge in the universe which is not composed in Veda. Sanskrit grammar originated by Panini probably in 6th century, is proven as a strong and well formatted grammar. Sanskrit is believed to be originally originated in Hindkush Mountains in Asia. Nepal and India are considered the hub of Sanskrit, but it is a misery that in these core countries the situation of Sanskrit has been endangered. Nevertheless, in recent times, Sanskrit's importance has been globally recognized. Western world has been intrigued by the language and the various literatures in Sanskrit. In the recent times, even in Nepal, the situation seems to be gradually improving for the promotion of Sanskrit learning. The government as well as other organizations should conduct more research as well invest money and wisdom for the preservation of such an appreciated and prized language that once ruled majority of the world but is now endangered.