B.A.

SANSKRIT (Honours) Syllabus

Four Year Under graduate Program (FYUGP)

JUNE2023

DEPARTMENT OF SANSKRIT
BHATTADEV UNIVERSITY, BAJALI

www.bhattadevuniversity.ac.in
 Introduction
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has initiated several measures to bring equity, efficiency and
excellence in the Higher Education System of country. The important measures taken to enhance academic
standards and quality in higher education include innovation and improvements in curriculum, teaching-
learning process, examination and evaluation systems, besides governance and other matters. But due to
the various diversities present in the system of higher education, there are multiple approaches followed by
universities towards examination, evaluation and grading system. However, the academic reforms
recommended by the UGC in the recent past have led to overall improvement in the higher education
system. On the basis of the recommendation, apart from the flexibility and freedom in designing the
examination, there is a need to devise a sensible system for awarding the grades based on the performance
of students.
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 based Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP), being
adopted by Bhattadev University, is an 8-semester (4-year) programme of 160 credits with multiple exit and
entry options at the successful completion of courses assigned at the end of each year.
• Students who opt to exit after completion of the first year and have secured 40 credits will be awarded a
certificate if, in addition, they complete one vocational course of 4 credits during the summer vacation of
the first year.
• Students who opt to exit after completion of the second year and have secured 80 credits will be awarded
the diploma if, in addition, they complete one vocational course of 4 credits during the summer vacation of
the second year.
• Students who opt to exit after completion of the third year and have secured 120 credits will be eligible
for the Bachelor degree in the Major discipline without Honours.
• Students after completion of the fourth year and have secured 160 credits will be eligible for the Bachelor
degree with Honours in the Major discipline.
• Students are allowed to re-enter the degree programme within three years and complete the degree
programme within the stipulated maximum period of seven years.

Outline of Courses:
The broad categories of courses and minimum credits required for the 4-year Honours degrees as per the
UGC document are as follows:
1. Major (Core) Course/Paper : 80 credits
2. Minor Course/Paper : 32 credits 3
3. Interdisciplinary Course/Paper (IDC) : 9 credits
4. Ability Enhancement Course/Paper (AEC) : 8 credits
5. Skill Enhancement Course/Paper (SEC) : 9 credits
6. Value Added Course/Paper (VAC) : 8 credits
7. Summer Internship : 2 credits
8. Research Project/ Dissertation : 12 credits (for Honours with Research degree)

The following points may be noted:

• In lieu of the Research Project, a student may study 3 courses each of 4 credits (i.e. total 12 credits),
leading to an Honours degree (without Research).
• For the 4-year Honours degrees the Major subject/discipline requires 80 credits and the Minor
subject/discipline requires 32 credits.
• For a Double Major, the minimum credit requirements are 48 (3-year degree) and 60 (4-year Honours
degree) respectively in a subject/discipline other than the original Major.
• In the UGC framework, papers in Major and Minor disciplines are categorized into levels of 100, 200, 300
and 400. Therefore, a course (paper) offered by a department, say with 4 credits and of level 200, may be
taken both as a Major (Core) course by one student and as a Minor course by another student having a
different Major discipline, possibly in different semesters.
 Definition of Keywords
In FYUGP the terminologies those are relevant to the B.Sc. curricula have been briefly described below.
Academic Year: Two consecutive (one odd + one even) semesters constitute one academic year.
Semester: Each semester will consist of 15 weeks of regular academic work. The odd semester may be scheduled
from July to December and even semester from January to June under normal circumstance.
Programme: An educational programme leading to award of a Certificate, Diploma or Degree (B.Sc., B.A., etc.)
Discipline: This means a particular subject.
Course: Each programme is equipped with a number courses of various disciplines/subjects. The course of a
particular discipline/subject refers to the content of the papers the students have to study in that
discipline/subject required in obtaining a degree. The courses should define learning objectives and learning
outcomes. A course may be designed to comprise lectures /tutorials/laboratory work/ field work/outreach
activities/project work /seminars /assignments/ presentations etc. or a combination of any of these.
Honours: A particular discipline/subject that a student opts as major subject. (e.g. Honours in Chemistry)
Core Course (CC): A discipline/subject specific compulsory basic course.
Skill Enhancement Course (SEC): A course designed by a department for enhancement of skill of the students in a
particular discipline/subject.
Minor Course (M): A course in a discipline/subject corresponding to a subject other than the major subject.
Value Added Course (VAC): Value-based education to include management of biological resources and biodiversity
for the development of humanistic, ethical, sustainable development and living, constitutional, and universal
human values of truth, righteous conduct, peace, love, nonviolence, scientific temper, citizenship values, and life
skills.
Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course (AECC): These are compulsory courses. For science programme there
will be two of them. AECC-1 is Communicative English & AECC-2 is Environmental Science.
Vocational Course (VOC): A vocational course is focused on practical work, preparing students for a particular
trade or skilled profession. These courses are best for students who have a good idea of their career path and
want to gain the knowledge to get there.
Levels of Courses:
100 - 199 : Foundation or introductory courses.

200 - 299 : Intermediate level courses.

300 - 399 : Higher level courses.

400 - 499 : Advanced courses.

Credit: A unit by which the course work is measured. It determines the number of hours of instructions required
per week. Theory/Tutorial classes: 1 credit = 1 hour/week and Practical classes: 1 credit = 2 hours/week
Credit Point: It is the product of grade point and number of credits for a course.
Letter Grade:It is an index of the performance of students in a said course.
GradePoint:It is a numerical weight allotted to each letter grade on a certain point scale.The following table
explains the above two points

LetterGrade GradePoint Performane LetterGrade GradePoint Performane

O 10 Outstanding C+ 5 Average
A+ 9 Excellent C 4 Pass
A 8 VeryGood F 0 Fail
B+ 7 Good I 0 Absent/Incomplete
B 6 AboveAverage
Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA): It is a measure of performance of work done in a semester. It is ratio
of total credit points secured by a student in various courses registered in a semester and the total course
credits taken during that semester. It shall be expressed up to two decimal places. If Ci = credit point in the
ith course/paper and Gi= grade point obtained by a student in the ith course/paper then the grade point
average in the ith Semeter, ie SGPA is given by Si = Σ Ci Gi / ΣCi
Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA): It is a measure of overall cumulative performance of a student
over all semesters. The CGPA is the ratio of total credit points secured by a student in various courses in all
semesters and the sum of the total credits of all courses in all the semesters. It is expressed up to two
decimal places. If Si = Semester Grade point average in the ith Semeter, S = total number of semesters in the
program, then the cumulative grade point average, ie CGPA scored by the student is given by C = ΣSi / S
Grade Sheet/Report: Based on the grades earned, a grade certificate shall be issued to all the registered
students after every semester. The grade certificate will display the course details (code, title, number of
credits, grade secured) along with SGPA of that semester and CGPA earned till that semester.
Programme Objectives:
1. To develop basic knowledge of Sanskrit through curriculum delivery and extra-curricular activities
2. To develop curious mind with strong fundamental knowledge of the subject and classical as well as vedic
sanskrit, indian epigraphy, palaeography, chronology and most importantly Sanskrit grammar.
3.To develop the students mind to think of the diversity of Sanskrit in various areas like environmental
awareness, it's strta in comparison to other contemporary world literature, functional Sanskrit, Ethics and
Sanskrit, and mostly important the Indian knowledge System in Sanskrit.
4.To enlighten the students with the history and development of Sanskrit, Concept of Vedic literature, Epic
literature, Puranic literature and also an overview of Modern Sanskrit literature
5.To develop analytical thinking needed for various entrance and competitive examinations and Post
Graduate Studies.
Programme Outcome:
1. The students will graduate with holistic development.
2 The students will be qualified to continue higher studies in their subject.
3.The students will be eligible to appear for various competitive examinations and pursue higher education.
4.The students will be able to think of the subject and it's various aspect and integrate with a relevant
interdisciplinary study.
5. The students will be able to apply for the jobs with a minimum requirement of B. A. Program.
Programme Specific Objectives:
The B.A. In Sanskrit Program will enable the students;
1. To develop basic understanding of Sanskrit as a discipline.
2. To bring out the curious temperament by experiencing the wide variety of literature on day to day basis
and also increase student competency and literary mind.
3. To encourage students about applying of knowledge and Interdisciplinary approach in today’s life and
thereby increasing the employability in works like translation, ancient script presentation in modern form
etc.
Programme Specific Outcomes:
1. Knowledge: Learners are encouraged to apply the knowledge to solve various problems like ethical and
social aspects of life, mental health and many more. As such, knowledge of the subject is the sole objective
of any student learner. A student is exposed to a wide range of topics in various subjects and is given the
required input in each of the courses.
2. Critical Analyses: Well equipped with an understanding of the critical analysis involved, they are in a
position to interpret and analyze results so obtained from comparing various literature and draw suitable
conclusions against their supported literature.
3. Designing Solutions: Having acquired knowledge of subjects, students are trained to think out of the box,
design and conduct various research related activities, and come out with a constructive solutions.
4. Communication Development: The medium of instruction being Sanskrit, Assamese and English,
proficiency in the subject through all the languages is one of the primary objectives of the program. In order
to improve the writing and oral skills of learners, the program caters to ensuring that learners become
effective, clear communicators in written and oral work and are capable of explaining complex issues in
accessible terms.
5. Employability: With our learners long-term professional pursuits being quite varied, many are drawn to
careers that require critical analysis skills or strong solution oriented abilities. Keeping this in mind, the
institution apprises students of various employment opportunities that are available in areas of their choice
through the Placement cell.
6. Soft-Skill Development: Apart from the attainment of knowledge and communication skills in the subject,
learners need to be equipped with soft-skills and values which will help them function effectively as an
individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multidisciplinary groups.
7. Language and Society: As an outcome of the course the learners are encouraged to apply the knowledge,
skills, finding solutions to assess societal, health, safety issues and the responsibilities that go along with the
scientific practice.

LISTS OF COURSES

CC:: Core Course/Papers [For Degree with Sanskrit (Major), 3 years UG program]

SAN 1104C Basic Knowledge of Sanskrit (Level :100-199)

SAN 2104C Classical Sanskrit Literature (Level : 100-199)
SAN 3104C History of Sanskrit Literature (Level : 200-299)
SAN 3204C Classical Sanskrit Literature (Kavya) (Level : 200-299)
SAN 4104C Classical Sanskrit Literature (Prose) (Level : 200-299)
SAN 4204C Classical Sanskrit Literature (Drama) (Level : 200-299)
SAN 4304C Modern Sanskrit Literature (Level : 200-299)
SAN 5104C Poetics and Literary Criticism (Level :300-399)
SAN 5204C Environmental Awareness inSanskrit Literature (Level:300-399)
SAN 5304C Indian Epigraphy, Paleography and Chronology (Level :300-399)
SAN5404C Indian Philosophy ( Level :300-399)
SAN 6104C Vedic Literature ( Level :300-399)
SAN6204C Sanskrit Grammar ( Level :300-399)
SAN6304C Sanskrit and World Literature (Level :300-399)
SAN6404C Art of Balanced Living (Level :300-399)
SAN 7104C Research Methodology (Level :400-499)
SAN 7204C Shruti Smriti, Vedangas and Grammar (Level :400-499)
SAN 7304C Nyaya Vaisesika, Vedanta Carvaka and Bauddha Philosophy (Level
:400-499)
SAN7404C Nataka Khandakavya and Champukavya. (Level :400-499)
SAN 8104C Paninian Grammar and Philology (Compulsory)(Level :400-499)
SAN 8204C Sanskrit Poetics (Level :400-499)
SAN 8304C Contemporary Indian Philosophy (Level :400-499)
SAN 8404C History of Sanskrit Scientific Literature. (Level :400-499)

SEC:: Skill Enhancement Course/ Papers]

SAN 1103 SE Functional Sanskrit

SAN 2103 SE Applied Sanskrit
SAN 3103 SE Sanskrit Metre and Recitation

IDC:: Interdisciplinary Course/Papers [Offered to the Students of Other Discipline]

SAN 1103ID Fundamental knowledge of Sanskrit

SAN 2103ID Basic Knowledge of Sanskrit Grammar, Sanskrit Scientific Literature
and Subhasitas.
SAN 3103ID Veda, Darshan and Classical Sanskrit Literature

Research Project [For Sanskrit (Honours with Research)]

Dissertation or Subsequent of three papers (A Dissertation of credit 12 has to be

chossen for degree, Sanskrit (Honours) with research

Minor Courses /Papers [For Students from Other Discipline]

SAN 1104M Basic Knowledge of Sanskrit (Level : 100-199)

SAN 2104M Classical Sanskrit Literature (Level : 100-199)
SAN 3104M History of Sanskrit Literature (For Single Major) (Level : 200-299)
SAN 3204M Classical Sanskrit Literature (Kavya) (For Double Major) (Level : 200-299)
SAN 4104M Classical Sanskrit Literature (Prose) (For Single Major) (Level : 200-299)
SAN 4204M Classical Sanskrit Literature (Drama) (For Double Major) (Level : 200-299)
SAN 5104M Poetics and Literary Criticism (For Single Major) (Level :200-299)
SAN 5204M Indian Epigraphy, Paleography and Chronology (For Double Major)
(Level:200-299)
SAN 5304M Modern Sanskrit Literature(For Double Major) (Level : 200-299)
SAN6104M Art of Balanced Living (For Single Major) (Level :200-299)
SAN 6204M Environmental Awareness inSanskrit Literature(For Double Major)
(Level:200-299)
SAN 6304M Vedic Literature(For Double Major) (Level :200-299)
SAN7104M Sanskrit Grammar (For Single Major) (Level :200-299)
SAN 7204M Indian Philosophy (For Double Major) (Level :200-299)
SAN 8104M Paninian Grammar and Philology (For Single Major) ( Level :300-399)
SAN 8204M History of Sanskrit Scientific Literature.(For Double Major)(Level :300-399)
 Course Structure for B.A. Sanskrit(H) under FYUGP
Semester CC1 CC2 AEC SEC IDC VAC Internship

Basic To be chosen from A com- Spoken Sanskrit

Fundamental
A com-
other department mon course of moncourse
SEM1 Knowledge of knowledge N/A
of Cr-2 Sanskrit ofCr-2
Sanskrit

To be chosen from A com- Applied Sanskrit Basic Knowledge

A com-
Classical Sanskrit
other department mon course Sanskrit moncourse
SEM2 Literature
of N/A
of Cr-2 Grammar, ofCr-2
Sanskrit Scientific
Literature
and
Subhasitas.

To EXITwitha Certificate afterone year,a mandatory VOC of credit4 has to be chosen or proceed to the 2nd year.

Semester Major/CC Minor AEC SEC IDC VAC Internship

History of Sanskrit To be chosen from A com- Sanskrit Metre
Veda, Darshan A com-
Literature other monlydesig and Classical monlydesi N/A
SEM3 and Recitation
department ned Sanskrit gned
Literature
course of course of

Classical Sanskrit Cr-2 Cr-2

Literature (Kavya)

Classical Sanskrit A com-

Literature (Prose)

monly

Classical Sanskrit To be chosen from Designed Has to be

N/A N/A N/A engaged in
other
Literature (Drama) course of
SEM4 Cr-2 an summer
department
internship
of Cr-2

Modern Sanskrit
Literature

To EXIT with a Diploma aftertwo years, afterone year,a mandatory VOC of credit4 has to be chosen or proceed to the 3rd
year.
Semester Major/CC Minor AEC SEC IDC VAC Internshi
p
Poetics and Literary
Criticism
SEM5 Environmental To be chosen from
Awareness in Sanskrit
Literature other
department N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Indian Epigraphy,
Paleography and
Chronology
Indian Philosophy

Vedic Literature

SEM6 Sanskrit Grammar To be chosen from

Sanskrit and World other
Literature department N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Art of Balanced Living

EXIT Option with a Bachelor degree after three years or Proceed to the 4th year.

Semester Major/CC Minor AEC SEC IDC VAC Internshi

p
Research Methodology To be chosen
from
SEM7 Shruti Smriti, Vedangas other
and Grammar
department
Nyaya Vaisesika,
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Vedanta Carvaka and
Bauddha Philosophy
Nataka Khandakavya
and Champukavya.
Paninian
Grammar and To be chosen
Philology from
Paninian
other
Grammar and department
Philology

Sanskrit Poetics
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Contemporary Indian
Philosophy
SEM8 History of Sanskrit
Scientific Literature.

⋆⋆Whatever is the other core course opted in SemI &SemII that course is to be carried on subsequent semesters
as minor.
 SAN - 1104 C : Basic Knowledge of Sanskrit
Classes: 60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Courses:

Section I History of Sanskrit Language
Section II Concept
ncept of Vedic Literature
Section III Epic Literature
Section IV Puranic Literature
(B) Course Objectives:

The purpose of this course is to make the students acquainted with the journey of
Sanskrit literature starting from Vedic literature to the P
Puranas.
uranas. This course also
intends to give knowledge of the history of Sanskrit Language and some basic rules
of Sanskrit Grammar as well.
(C) CourseOutcomes:

Through this course students will be able to get the knowledge of Vedic Literature
along with that of the Epics and the Puranas, It will help students to make
acquainted with the history of Sanskrit Literature such as concept of Sanskrit, origin
and development of Sanskrit etc. This course will enable the students to get some
basic rules of Grammar.

(D) Section - Wise Division

Section I : History of Sanskrit Language (Lectures 12)

* Concept of Sanskrit, Origin and Development of Sanskrit Language

* General Grammar of Sanskrit

Section II: Concept of Vedic Literature (Lectures 17)

* Divisions of Vedic Literature: Samhita ( Rik, Yaju, Sama, Atharva), Brahmana,

* Aranyaka, Upanisad, Vedanga (Brief Introduction)

Section III :Epic Literature (Lectures 15)

* Ramayana ( Time, Development, Subject matter, as a source text)

* Mahabharata ( Time,Development, Subject matter,asasourcetext)

Section IV : Puranic Literature (Lectures 16)

* Subject matter, Characteristics, Social and Cultural life.

Recommended Books /Readings

1. Keith, A. B.; : History of Sanskrit Literature, Also Hindi Translation, MLBD, Delhi
2. Shastri, Gaurinath ; A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
3. Winternitz, Maurice ; History of Indian Literature ( Vols I - III) , MLBD, Delhi.
4. Bose, Dr. Jogiraj ; Vedar Parichay, Publication Board, Assam, Guwahati.
5. Sarmah, Dr. Thaneswar ; Sanskrit Sahityar Itivritta, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati
6. Goswami, Harmohan; Sanskrit Sahityar Buranji.

SAN- 2104 C : Classical Sanskrit Literature

Classes: 60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Courses :

Section I Darshana
Section II Sahityasastra
Section III Sanskrit Drama
Section IV Ethics in Sanskrit Literature
(B) Course Objectives :
This course aims to provide basic knowledge of schools of Indian Philosophy and
Indian Poetics. This course also intends to give an idea of drama and moral
education in Sanskrit Literature.
(C)Course Outcomes:
After going through the units students will be able to attain the basic knowledge of
the schools of Indian Philosophy. It will also help the students to get an idea of
Indian Poetics. Further this course will help students to have an idea of Sanskrit
Drama and will make them acquainted with the moral education retained in Sanskrit
Literature.

(D) Section - Wise Division

Section I : Darshana . (Lectures 12)

* Meaning and Scope of Darshana

* Classification of Indian Philosophy

* General Introduction to the schools of Philosophy.

SectionII :Sahityasastra . (Lectures 15)

* General Introduction to Poetics

* Six major schools of Indian Poetics

* Rasa, Alamkara

Section III : Sanskrit Drama . (Lectures 17)

* Origin and Development of Sanskrit Drama

* Brief knowledge of Prominent Sanskrit Dramas

Section IV :Ethics in Sanskrit Literature. (Lectures 16)

* General Introduction to dedactic fables in Sanskrit Literature.

 * Pancatantra, Hitopodesa

* Chanakyaniti ( Verses 1 --30)

Recommended Books /Readings:

1. Datta & Chaterjee, An Introduction to Indian Philosophy, MLBD, Delhi.
2. Bhattacharya ,Dr. Jyotshna ; Bharatiya Darshan, Publised by Dr. Golok ch.
Bhattacharyya, Nilgiri Mention, Guwahati.
3. Shastri Acharya Manoranjan; Sahitya Darshan, Journal Amporium Nalbari.
4. Kane, P. V., History of Sanskrit Poetics, MLBD, Delhi.
5. Keith, A. B ; History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
6. Sarma, Dr. Thaneswar ; Sanskrit Sahityar Itivritta, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati.
7. Goswami Harmohan ; Sanskrit Sahityar Buranji, Bookland, Guwahati.

SAN 3104C : History of Sanskrit Literature

Classes: 60 Credits : 4

(A) Prescribed Course

Section I Origin and development of Mahakavya and Gitikavya
Section ll Origin and development of Sanskrit prose, important prose
romances and fables
Section lll Critical survey of Sanskrit Drama
Section lV General survey of modern Sanskrit Literature

(B) Course Objectives:

This course aims to introduce the student with the vast treasure of Sanskrit
literature. This will provide a comprehensive idea of Sanskrit Mahakavya,
Gitikavya, Prose romances, Drama, Fables and modern Sanskrit literature.
 (C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this courses students will acquire knowledge of important arenas
of Sanskrit Literature. It also helps to understand the importance of Sanskrit study and
its relevance to modern society.

(D) Section-Wise Division

(Lectures 15)
Section l:Origin and Development of Mahakavya and Gitikavya. Prominent
Mahakavyas with special reference to Asvaghosa, Kalidasa- Kumaradasa, Bharavi,
Magha, Bhatti, Sriharsa. Sanskrit Gitikavyas with special reference to Kalidasa,
Bilhan, Jayadeva, Amaruka, Bhartrihari and their works.
(Lectures 15)
Section ll : Origin and Development of Sanskrit Prose, Important Prose-romances
and fables, Distinguished Prose romances and Fables of Sanskrit literature with
special reference to Subandhu, Bana, Dandin, Ambikadatta Vyasa.

(Lectures 20)
Section lll : Critical Survey of Sanskrit Drama. Characteristics of Sanskrit
Drama. Prominent dramatists and Dramas: Bhasa, Kalidasa, Sudraka, Visakhadatta,
Sriharsa, Bhattanarayana, Bhavabhuti, Murari, Rajashekhara, Damodarmisra,
Krisnamisra.
(Lectures 10)
Section lV : General Survey of Modern Sanskrit Literature Brief idea of
modern Sanskrit scholars viz- Pandita Kshma Rao, P.K. Narayana Pillai, Reva Prasad
Dwivedi, Virendra Kumar Bhattacharya, Abhiraja Rajendra Misra, Harshadev
Madhava Bhavadev Bhagawati, Manoranjan Shastri, Biswanarayan Shastri, M.M.
Sharma, Maheswar Hazarika.

Recommended Books/Readings:

1. Keith, A.B. History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD,Delhi.

2. Krishnamachariar: History of Classical Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
3. Shastri, Gaurinath: A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi
4. Winternitz, M.: History of Indian Literature(Vol-lll) also Hindi Translation
MLBD,Delhi.
5. Sharma, Thaneswar: Sanskrit Sahityar Itivritta, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati-1
6. Goswami, Harmohan: Sanskrit Sahityar Buranji, Bookland, Guwahati
7. Sharma, Thaneswar, Mahakavi Kalidasar Abhijnanasakuntalam, Chandra
Prakash,Guwahati-1

SAN 3204C : Classical Sanskrit Literature (Kavya)

Classes: 60 Credits : 4

(A) Prescribed Course

Section l Raghuvamsam Canto-l( Verse 1-51)
Section ll Kiratarjuniyam Canto-l
Section lll Nitisatakam(Verse 1-30)
Section lV Svatantrasambhavam(Cantoll, Verse 1-45)
(B) Course Objectives:
This course will give an idea of famous Poets of Classical Sanskrit Literature with their
renowned works. Again it intends to provide the test of modern Sanskrit Kavyas.
(C) Course Outcomes:
Students will gain specific knowledge in the field of Sanskrit Literature. It also helps
the original idea of human values.

(D) Section-Wise Division

Section l : Raghuvamsam: (Lectures 20)

Introduction, Significance of the title, Canto 1-10. Grammatical Analysis,
Translation, Explanation, Characteristics of Raghu Clan, Role of Dilipa in the
welfare of subjects, journey of Dilipa to the hermitage of Vasistha.
Section ll : Kiratarjuniyam- Canto1 (Lectures 15)
Introduction, (Author and Text), Significance of the title, Background of the given
text, (Verse 1-16) Grammatical analysis, Translation, Explanation, Poetic
excellence thematic analysis.
 Section lll : Nitisatakam:(verse 1-30) (Lectures 10)
Translation, Grammatical analysis, Explanation, thematic analysis, Morality and
ethics reflected in Nitisatakam.

Section lV : Svatantrasambhavam: (Canto ll) (Lectures 15)

Inroduction, Significance of the title, Grammatical analysis. Notes on author,
General notes on selected words found in the prescribed text.

Recommended Books/Readings:

1. C.R. Devadhar (Ed.), Raghuvaṁśam of Kālidāsa, MLBD. Delhi.

2. M.R. Kale (Ed.), Raghuvaṁśam of Kālidāsa, MLBD, Delhi.
3. Gopal RaghunathNandargikar (Ed.), Raghuvaṁśam of Kālidāsa, MLBD, Delhi.
4. M.R. Kale (Ed.), Kirātārjunīyam of Bhāravi, MLBD, Delhi.
5. M.R. Kale (Ed.), Nītiśatakam of Bhartṛhari, MLBD., Delhi.
6. Keith, A.B.: History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
7. Krishnamachariar : History of Classical Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
8. Gaurinath Shastri: A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
9. Winternitz, Maurice: History of Indian Literature (Vol. I-III), also Hindi
Translation, MLBD, Delhi
10. Joshi, K.R. & S.M. Ayachuit² Post Independence Sanskrit Literature, Nagpur,
1991.
11. Prajapati, Manibhai K.² Post Independence Sanskrit Literature: A Critical
Survey, Patna, 2005

SAN 4104C : Classical Sanskrit Literature (Prose)

Classes: 60 Credits : 4

(A) Prescribed Courses

Section l Kadambari (Sukanasopadesa)

Section ll Visrutacaritam Upto 15th Para
Section lll Sataparvika (Abhiraja Rajendra Mishra)
Section lV Vasavadatta

(B) Course Objectives:

 The objective of this course is to give the student an idea of Sanskrit Prose
including classical Literature. The course also seeks to help students negotiate
texts independently.

(C) Course Outcomes:

To understand the importance of literary techniques applied by the ancient Indian

writers of Sanskrit. Students will gain knowledge of basic and important arenas of
prose literatures.

(D) Section-wise Division

Section l : Sukanasopadesa (Lectures 17)

Introduction- Author/Text upto page 116 of Kadambari edited by Prahlad Kumar
upto the end of the text. Society, Ayurveda and Political thoughts depicted in
Sukanasopadesa, logical meaning and application of sayings: Banocchistam
Pancanan banah

Section ll : Visrutacaritam Upto 15th Para (Lectures 15)

Para 1 to 10- Introduction- Author, Text, Text reading ( Grammar, Translation and
Explanation), Poetic excellence, plot, Timing of Action. Para 11 to 15- Text
reading (Grammar, Translation and Explanation), Poetic excellence, plot, Timing
of Action. Society, language and style of Dandin. Exposition of saying “dandinah
padalalityam”, Kavirdandi Kavirdandina Samsayah.

Section lll : Sataparvika (Abhiraja Rajendra Mishra) (Lectures 12)

Introduction-Author -Text-Significance of the title, Discussion on characters
(Ramlal Rama etc) Role of Saubhagyavati.

(Lectures 16)
Section lV : Vasavadatta- Kandarpaketu-Vasavadattasamvada

Recommended Books/Readings:
1. Prahlad Kumar, Sukanaso Padesa, Meharchand Laksmandas, Delhi
2. Surendradeva, Visrutacaritam, (Sahitya Bhandar Meerut)
3. A.B. Keith: History of Sanskrit Literature, also Hondi translation, MLBD, Delhi
4. M. Krishnamachariar: History of Classical Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi
5. GaurinathShastri: A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
6. Maurice Winternitz: Ancient Indian Literature (Vol. l-lll), also Hindi Translation,
MLBD, Delhi.
7. Prabhat Chandra Sarma, Kadambari, Translated into Assamese, ABILAC,
Guwahati, Assam, 2000.

SAN 4204C : Classical Sanskrit Literature (Drama)

Classes: 60 Credits :4

(A) Prescribed Course

Section l Svapnavasavadattam- Bhasa Act l & Vl
Section ll Abhijnanasakuntalam- Kalidasa Act l & lV
Section lll Mudraraksasam- Visakhadattam Act l & ll
Section lV Sardulasatakam- Virendrakumar Bhattacharya Act l & ll

(B) Course Objectives

This course aims to acquaint students with the four famous dramas of classical
and modern Sanskrit literature, which represent four stages in the growth and
development of Sanskrit drama.

(C) Course Outcomes:

After going through this unit students will be able to group the literary styles
of various Sanskrit poets. It also helps to correlate various ideas any concept of
Sanskrit literature with many of the world phenomena.

(D) Section- Wise Division

(Lectures 15)
Section I : Svapnavāsavadattam– Bhāsa Act I & Act VI
Svapnavāsavadattam:Act I-Story, Meaning/Translation and Explanation. Unique
features of Bhāsa's style, Characterization, Importance of 1st and 6th Act,
Society, Norms of Marriage, Story of 'regains'. Bhāso hāsaḥ

(Lectures 17)
 Section II : Abhijānaśākuntalam– Kālidāsa Act I &Act IV
Abhijňānaśākuntalam : Act I- (a)
Introduction, Author, Explanation of terms like nāndī, prastāvanā, sūtradhāra,
naṭī, viṣkambhaka, vidūṣaka, kañcukī, Text Reading (Grammar, Translation,
Explanation), Poetic excellence, Plot, Timing of Action. Personification of nature,
Language of Kālidāsa, in Upamāalamkāra Purpose and design behind
Abhijñānaśākuntalam and other problems related to texts, popular saying about
Kālidāsa & Śākuntalam Abhijňānaśākuntalam Act IV- Text Reading (Grammar,
Translation, Explanation), Poetic excellence, Plot, Timing of Action.

Section III : Mudrārākṣasam -Act I & Act II (Lectures 15)

Mudrārākṣasam : Act I – (a) Introduction, Author, Purpose and design behind
Mudrārākṣasa. Text Reading prescribed verses for translation and explanation- 1,
2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, 26, 27. (Grammar, Translation,
Explanation), Poetic excellence, Plot, Timing of Action. Mudrārākṣasam: Act II -
prescribed verses for translation and explanation- 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16,
17, 18, 19, 22, and 23, Text Reading (Grammar, Translation, Explanation), Poetic
excellence, Plot, Timing of Action.

(Lectures 13)
Section lV : Sardulasatakam- Virendrakumar Bhattacharya Act I & Act II

Recommended Books/Readings:
1. C.R. Devadhar(ED.), Abhijnanasakuntalam, MLBD, Delhi.
2. M.R. Kale(Ed.), Abhijnanasakuntalam, MLBD, Delhi.
3. Gajendra Gadakar(Ed.), Bose, Ramendramohan, Abhijnanasakuntalam,
Modern Book Agency, 10 College, Square, Calcutta.
4. M.R. Kale(Ed.), Svapnavasavadattam, MLBD, Delhi.
5. M.R. Kale(Ed.), Mudraraksasam, MLBD, Delhi.
6. K.T. Telang(Ed.), Mudraraksasam, Nag Publishers, Delhi.
7. Minakshi Dalal, Conflict in Sanskrit Drama, Somaiya Publication pvt. Ltd.
8. Ratnamayi Dikshit, Women in Sanskrit Dramas, Meherchand Lachhman Das,
Delhi.
9. A.B. Keith, Sanskrit Drama, Oxford University Press London, 1970.
10. Minakshi Dalal, Conflict in Sanskrit Drama, Somaiya Publication Pvt. Ltd.
11. G.K. Bhat, Sanskrit Drama, Karnataka University Press, Dharwar 1975
12. Henry W. Wells, Six Sanskrit Plays, Asia Publishing House, Bombay.

SAN 4304 C - Modern Sanskrit Literature

Classes – 60 Credit-4

(A) Prescribed Courses.

Section l Ketakikavyam

Section II Avinashi (Chapter 1, 2,3,4,5,6)

Section III Bhaskaracharitam.

Section IV Sanskrit Studies in Assam.

(B) Course Objectives:

This course aims to introduce the students with the Modern Sanskrit Literature
in different branches of Kavya. It also gives information to students about the modern
creative writing by Assamese Sanskrit Scholar. Again it also provides information
about the field of Sanskrit Studies in Assam through the ages.

(C) Course Outcomes:

After pursuing this course the students will be able

a. to get an idea on modern Sanskrit Kavyas.

b. to read a new branch of literature in Sanskrit in the form of Novel.

c. to be acquainted with the activities as well as the greatness of Kumar Bhaskar

Varma, the mighty King of ancient Kamarupa

d. to have an idea of Studies of Sanskrit in Assam through the ages.

(D) Section Wise Division :

Section 1 Ketakikavyam (Lectures 15)

 Introduction, author, subject matter of the kavya, source of the kavya, poetic
elements, explanations, grammatical notes and other significant aspects.

Section II Avinashi (Lectures 15)

Introduction, author, subject matter, type of the work, historical background,

characters, literary beauty, socio-cultural aspects andother important aspects.

Section III Bhaskaracharitam (Lectures 15)

Introduction, author, subject matter, type of the work, historical importance,

poetic devices, explanations, grammatical notes and other remarkable points.

Section IV Sanskrit Studies in Assam (Lectures 15)

Suggusted Books /Readings :

1.Ketaki of Acharya Manoranjan Shastri ,Dr Rajendra Nath Sarma,(Assamese

translation in prose), Bani Prakash Mandir, Guwahati 1

2.Dr Biswanarayan Shastri, Avinashi, Manjushree Prakashan, Guwahati.

3.Dr Narendra Nath Sharma, Avinashi, (Assamese Translation), Chandra Prakash,

Panbazar, Guwahati 1

4 Dr Dipak Kumar Sharma, Bhaskaracharitam, Publication Cell, Kumar Bhaskar

Varma Sanskrit & Ancient Studies University, Nalbari.

5. Dr Biswanarayan Shastri, Sanskrit Studies in Assam.

6.Dr Malini Goswami, Asomot Sanskrit Carccar Itihas, Publication Board, Assam.

SAN 5104C : Poetics and Literary Criticism

Classes: 60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Courses :

Section I Introduction to Sanskrit Poetics

Section II Forms of Kavya – Literature
 Section III Shabda -shakti and rasa-sutra
Section IV Alamkara and Chanda

(B) Course Objectives:

The objectives of this course is to learn all elements of Sanskrit poetics including
the concepts of alamkara, rasa, riti, vakrokti, dhvani, aucitya etc. This course aims to
give an idea of the entire domain of Sanskrit poetics such as definition of poetry and
divisions, functions of word and meaning, theory of rasa and alamkara (figures of
speech). The objective of this course is to learn analyse the Sanskrit metre for which
will develop the capacity for creative writing and literary appreciation.

(C)Course Outcomes :

After going through this course students will be able

 to grasp the Literary Merits and Demerits of Sanskrit writings.
 to understand the importance of Literary Techniques Applied by the Ancient Indian
writers of Sanskrit.
 to appreciate Indian knowledge system that evolved in the society Reflected
through various Sanskrit works.
 to correlate various ideas and concepts of Sanskrit poetics with different fields of
modern knowledge system.
 to understand various functions of words viz. Abhidha, Lakshana and Vyanjana.

(D) Section - Wise Division

Section I : Introduction to Sanskrit Poetics (Lectures 15)

*Introduction to Poetics: Origin and development of Sanskrit poetics, its various

names - kriyakalpa, alamkarashastra , sahityashastra, saundaryashastra. *Definition
 (laksana), objectives ( prayojana) and causes (hetu) of poetry. (according to
Kavyaprakasha).

Section II: Forms of Kavya – Literature (Lectures 13)

Forms of poetry: drishya, sravya, mishra (campu) (according to Sahityadarpan).

Mahakavya,khandakavya,gadya-kavya : katha, akhyayika (according to
Sahityadarpan)

Section III :Sabda-sakti - (Lectures 12)

Power / Function of word and meaning (according to Sahityadarpan), abhidha,

(expraction /denotative meaning), lakshana (indication/ indicative meaning) and
vyanjana (suggestion /suggestive meaning).

Section IV : Alamkara and Chanda (Lectures 20)

Figures of speech -upama, ananvaya, rupaka, sandeha, bhrantiman, apahnuti,

utpreksha, tulyayogita, dipika, dristanta, atishayokti, nidarshana, vyatireka,
arthantaranyasha, vibhavana. Chandas - anustup, arya, indravajra, upendravajra,
drutavilambita upajati, vasantatilaka, malini, mandakranta, shikharini,
shardulavikridita, sragdhara, bhujangaprayata, ruchira, totaka

Recommended Books /Readings

1. Chandomanjari of Gangadasa, Chaukhamba Surabharati Prakashan, Varanasi.

2. Deo Ashwani, The Metrical Organization of Classical Sanskrit Verse, (PDF). Journal of
Linguistics 43(01) : 63-114,doi.10.1017/s0022226706004452.
3. Dasgupta, S. N., A History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
4. Dwivedi, R. C, The Poetic Light, Motilal Banarsidas, Delhi.
5. Gaurainath, Shasri, A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
6. Kavyaprakasha of Mammatabhatta.
7. Kane, P. V., History of Sanskrit Poetics and its Hindi translation by Indrachandra
Shastri, Motilal Banarsidas, Delhi. of Sanskrit Poetics and its Hindi translation by
Indrachandra Shastri, Motilal Banarsidas, Delhi.
8. Kane, P. V., Sahityadarpan of vishwanath Kabiraj, MLBD.
9. Sahityadarpan of Vishwanath Kabiraj.
10.Shabda-sakti and Alamkara according to Sahityadarpan (Ch. II & X ), Vishwanath
Kabiraj.

SAN- 5204C : Environmental Awareness in Sanskrit Literature

Classes 60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Courses :

Section I Environmental Issues andImportance of Sanskrit Literature
Section II Environmental Awarenessin Vedic Literature
Section III Environmental in Epics and Puranas
Section IV Environmental in Later Sanskrit Literature

(B) Course Objectives :

The National Culture of every country depends on its environment, climatic
conditions and human behavior with natural resources. Sanskrit is the vehicle of
civilization and culture of India. Nature oriented eco-friendly thoughts of Sanskrit
Literature have been serving the human race from the time immemorial. Religion
was probably used in ancient India as a tool to protect nature and natural resources.
Therefore, the Sanskrit literature is of great utility to us and to the world
environment at large. The aim of this course is to make the students acquainted
with the basic concept of Indian Science of Environment and salient features of
environmental awareness as reflected in Vedic and Classical Sanskrit literature.
 (C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this course students will be able
 to know the basic concept of Indian Science of Environment and salient features of
environmental awareness as reflected in Vedic and Classical Sanskrit literature.
 to know Indian Ethos regarding the balance between Nature and the human world
as reflected through various Sanskrit works.

(D) Section - Wise Division

(Lectures 15)
Section I : Environmental Issues and Importance of Sanskrit Literature
*Modern Environmental Perspective and Sanskrit Literature: Moder Challenges and
Crises of Environment, Global warming, Climate change, Ozone depletion,
Explosively increase in Pollution, Decrease in underground water label River
pollution, Deforestation in large scale. Natural calamities such as flood, drought and
earthquakes Environmental Background Sanskrit Literature :Importance of Sanskrit
Literature from the view point of Science of environment concept of 'Mother Earth'
and worship of Rivers in Vedic literature ; Brief survey of Science of Environment :
Definition, Scope and Modern Crises : Role of Environment in human civilization
;Meaning and definitions of The Environment ;Various name for Science of
Environment 'Ecology', 'Paryavarana', 'Prakriti Vijnana' ;Main components of
Environment : living organisms ( Jaiva Jagat) and non - living materials (Bhoutika
Padartha), Elementary factor of Environment Physical elements, Biological elements
and Cultural elements, Environmental issues such as protection and preservation
ofmother nature, planting trees in forests, and eater preservation techniques as
ropounded in the Sanskrit Literature. Buddhist and Jaina concets of ecology,
protection of trees, love for animals and birds.
Section II :Environmental Awareness in Vedic Literature (Lectures 15)
Environmental issues and Eco-system in vedic Literature Divinity to Nature, Co -
ordination between all natural powers of universe, Cosmic order 'Rta' as the guiding
force for environment of whole universe (Rgveda, 10.85.1); Equivalent words for
Environment in Atharvaveda:'Vritavrita' (12.2.52),'Abhivarah,'(1.32.4), 'Avritah'
(10.1.30),'Parivrita'(10.8.31); five basic elements of universe covered by
environment : Earth, Water, Light, Air, and Ether,. (Aitareya Upanishad 3.3); Three
constint elements of environment known as 'Chandansi' :Jala (water), Vayu (air), and
Osadhi (plants) (Atharvaveda, 18.1.17); Natural sources of water in five forms; rain
water(Divyah), natural spring (Sravanti), wells and conals (Khanitrimah), lakes
(Svayamjah) andrivers ( Samudrarthah) Rigveda, 7.49.21). Environment
Preservation in Vedic Literature : Five elementry sources of environment
preservation : parvat(mountain). Some (water), Vayu (air), Parjanya (rain) and Agni
(fire) (Atharvaveda, 3.21.10); Environment Protection from Sun (Rigveda,
2.191.1.16, Atharvaveda, 2.32.1-6, Yajurveda, 4.4.10.6); Congenial atmosphere for
the life created by the Union of herbs and plants with sun rays (Atharvaveda,
5.28.5); Vedic concept of Ozonelayer Mahat ulb (Rigveda, 10.51.1; Atharvaveda,
4.2.8); Importance of plants and animals for preservation of global ecosystem
;(Yajurveda, 13.37); Eco friendly environmental organism in Upanishads
(Brihadaranyaka Upanisahad, 3.9.28,Taittiriya Upanishad, 5.101, Iso - Upanishad,
1.1)

Section III : Environmental Awareness in Epics and Puranas (Lectures 15)

Environmental Awareness and water management : Various types of water canels
'Kulya' for irrigation : canal originated from river 'Nadimatri mukha kulya', canal
originated from nearbv mountain 'Parvataparsva vartini kulya', canal originated from
pond, 'Hrdasrta kulya', Preservation of water recources 'Vapi - kupa- tadaka' (
Rmayana,2.80.10-11;Agnipurana, 209-2;v)
 Environmental Awareness in the Mahabharat, Environment Awareness and Tree
plantation : Planting of Trees in Puranas as a pious activity (Matsya Purana,
59.153.512; Varaha Purana 172. 39).
Section IV : Environmental Awareness in Later Sanskrit Literature (Lectures 15)
Plantation of new trees and preservation of old trees as royal duty of king
(Arthasastra, 2.1.20; Punishments for destroying trees and plants (Arthasastra,
3.19),water Harvesting system in Arthasastra (2.1.20-21); Plantation of trees for
recharging under ground water (Brihatsamhita, 54.119),Underground water
Hydrology in Brihatsamhita (Dakargaiadhyaya, Chapter-54); Various medicinal trees
to be planted in foresty by king (Sukraniti, 4.58-62); Universal Environmental issues
in Literature of Kalidasa : Eight elements of Environment and concept of Astamurti
Shiva (Abhijnanasakuntalam 1.1) ; Preservation of forest, water resources, natural
resources ; protection of animals, birds and plant in Kalidasa's works, Environmental
awareness in Abhijnanasakuntalam Drama, Eco - system of Indian monsoon in
Meghdoot, Seasonal weather conditions of Indian sub continent in Ritusamhara,
Himalayan ecology in Kumarasambha. Oceanography in Raghuvamsa(canto-13).

Recommended Books /Readings :

1. Arthashastra of Kautilya __ (ed) Kangale, R. P., Delhi, Motilal Banarasidas.
2. Atharvaveda Samhita (2 Vols) - (Trans.) R. T. H. Griffth, Banaras., 1968.
3. Abhijnanasakuntalam of Kalidas.
4. Kumarasambham of Kalidas.
5. Raghuvamsam of Kalidas.
6. Ritusamhara of Kalidas.
7. Ramayana ofValmiki(3 Vols ) - (Eng. Tr.) H. P. Shastri, London, 1952-59.
8. Mahabharat of Vyasa, Gita press, Gorakhpur.
1. Rigveda Samhita (6 Vols) - (Eng. Tr.) H. H. Wilson, Bangalore, 1946.
2. Das Gupta, SP- Environmental Issues for the 21st Century, Amittal Publications, New
Delhi, 2003.
3. Dwivedi, OP, Tiwari BH- Environmental Crisis and Hindu Religion, Gitanjali Publishing
House, New Delhi, 1987.
4. Dwivedi, OP, - The Essence of the Vedas, Visva Bharati Reseaech Institute, Gyanpur,
Varanasi, 1990.
5. Joshi, PC, Namita J- A Textbook of Environmental Science, A. P. H. Publishing
Corporation, New Delhi, 2009.
6. Trivedi, PR-Environmental Pollution and Control, A. P. H. Publishing Corporation,
New Delhi, 2004.
7. Renugadevi.R.-Environmental Ethics in the Hindu Vedas and Puranas in India.
(article) African.
8. Biswas, Mukta, Environmental Awareness in the age of the Mahabharat and its
relevance to 21st Century, Surabharati, Vol - II, Annual Research Journal of GU.
2010.

SAN- 5304C :Indian Epigraphy, Paleography and Chronology

Classes:60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Course:

Section I Epigraphy
Section II Paleography
Section III Study of SelectedInscription
Section IV Chronology

(B) Course Objectives:

The purpose of this course is to expose students with the epigraphical journey
in Sanskrit, the only source which directly reflects the society, politics, geography
 and economy of the time. The course also seeks to help students to know the
different styles of Sanskrit writing.

(C) Course Outcomes:

After going through this course students will be able
 To understand the epigraphical knowledgethe in Sanskrit which directly reflects the
society, politics etc. of that time.
 To gain knowledge about the different styles of Sanskrit writing.
 To understand the importance of Indian inscriptions in the reconstruction of Ancient
History and Culture.

(D) Section - Wise Division

SectionI: Epigraphy (Lectures 12)
Introduction to Epigraphy and Types of Inscriptions, Importance of Indian
Inscriptions in the reconstruction of Ancient Indian History and Culture, History of
Epigraphical Studies in India, History of Decipherment of Ancient Indian Scripts
(Contribution of Scholars in the field of epigraphy) : Fleet, Cunningham, Princep,
Buhler, Ojha, D. C. Sircar.

Section II : Paleography (Lectures 15)

Antiquity of the Art of Writing, Writing Materials, Inscribers and Library,

Introduction to Ancient Indian Scripts.

Section III : Study of Selected Inscription (Lectures 20)

Ashoka's Giranara Rock Edict-1
Girinara Inscription of Rudradaman
Dubi Copper Plates of Bhaskaravarman
 Parbatiya Copper Plates of Vanamalavarmadeva

Section IV : Chronology (Lectures 13)

General Introduction to Ancient Indian Chronology, System of Dating the

Inscriptions (Chronograms) Main Eras used in Inscriptions - Vikrama Era, Shaka Era
and Gupta Era.

Recommended Books /Readings :

1. D. C. Sircar, Select Inscriptions (Vol. I), Calcutta, 1965.
2. Dani,Ahmad Hasan : Indian Paleography, Oxford, 1963.
3. Mukunda Madhava Sharma, Inscriptions of Ancient Assam, Gauhati University, 1978
4. Pillai, Swami Kannu & K. S. Ramchandran :Indian Chronology (Solar, Lnar and
Planetary), Ascian Educational Service, 2003.
5. 5. Satyamurty, K. :Text Book of Indian Epigraphy, Lower Price Publication, Delhi,
1992.
6. Sarma, Dr. Amita, Indian Epigraphy, Paleography and Chronology, Chaukhamba
Surabharati Prakashan, Varanasi,2021.
7. Sannyal, Sunita, Bordwa University

SAN- 5404C: Indian Philosophy

Classes:60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Course :

Section I Essentials of Indian Philosophy
Section II Ontology (Based on Tarkasamgraha)
Section III Epistemology ( Based on Tarkasamgraha)
Section IV Samkhyakarika of Iswarakrishna
 (B) Course Objectives:
This course aims to provide an idea of important principles of the Samkhya,
Nyaya and Vaishesika Philosophy through the Samkhyakarika and Tarkasamgraha
and to enable students to understood Indian Philosophical textsin Sanskrit.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this course students will be able
 to understand the basic ideas and concepts of Indian Philosophy .
 to grasp the psychological base connected to Indian Philosophical thoughts and
ideas.
 to appreciate Indian knowledge system that evolved in the society reflected through
various Sanskrit books.
 to correlate various ideas and concepts of Indian Philosophy with many of the
western thought.
(D) Section - Wise Division :
Section I : Essentials of Indian Philosophy (Lectures 15)
Meaning and purpose of Darshana, General Classification of Philosophical schools in
Indian Philosophy; Realism (Yatharthavada or Vastuvada) and Idealism
(Pratyayavada), Monism (Ekattvavada), Dualism (Dvaitavada), Naturalism
(Svabhavavada), Doctrine of real transformation (Parinamvada), Doctrine of illusory
transformation (Vivartsvada) Doctrine of non - pre - existance of effect in cause
(Asatkaryavada and Arambhavada).

Section II: Ontology (Based on Tarkasamgraha) (Lectures 15)

Concept of padartha, three dharmas of padarthas, definition of
Dravyas,Definitions of first seven dravyas and their examination; Atma and its
qualities, manas; Qualities (other than the qualities of the atman) ; Fuve types of
Karma.
Section III : Epistemology ( Based on Tarkasamgraha) (Lectures 15)
 Buddhi (jnana) - nature of jnana in Nyaya Vaishesika; smriti - anubhava;
yatharth and ayathartha, Karana and kaarana, definitions and types of prama,
Pratyaksa, Anumana including hetvabhasa, Upamana and Shabda pramana, Types
of ayathartha anubhava.
Section IV : Samkhyakarika of Iswarakrshna ( 20 karikas) (Lectures 15)
Panchavishatitattvas(Vyakta, Avyakta and Jnah) proofs for the existence of Prakriti,
proofs for the existence of Purusa, Pluralism(Bahuttvavada), Doctrine of pre-
existance of effect etc.
Recommended Books /Readings :
1. Tarkasamgrah of Annambhatta (With Dipika & Nyayabodhini commentary), (Ed. &
Tr.) Athalye & Bodas, Mumbai.
2. Tarkasamgrah of Annambhatta (With Dipika & Nyayabodhini commentary), (Ed. &
Tr.) Virupakshananda, Sri Ramakrishna Nath, Madras.
3. Tarkasamgrah of Annambhatta (With Dipika & Nyayabodhini commentary).
4. Tarkasamgrah of Annambhatta, Narendra Kumar, Hansa Prakashan, Jaipur.
5. Samkhyakarika of Iswarakrshna (Gaudapadabhasya)
6. Chatterjee, S. C. & D. M. Datta-An Introduction to Philosophy, Calcutta University,
Calcutta.
7. Chatterjee, S. C., The Nyaya Theory ofKnowledge, Calcutta.
8. Hiriyanna, M, Outline of Indian Philosophy, London.
9. Radhakrishnn, S, Indian Philosophy, Oxford University Press, Delhi.
10.Sarma. R. N., The Epistemology of the Prabhakara school of Purva mimansa, Sri
Stguru Publication, New Delhi, 1990

SAN- 6104C: Vedic Literature

Classes:60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Course:

 Section I Samhita
Section II Brahmana & Aranyaka
Section III Vedic Grammar
Section IV Mundakopanisad

(B) Course Objectives :

This course aims to introduce various types of vedic texts. Students will also be able
to read the Mundakopanisad, where primary Vedanta-view is propounded. It will
also give an idea of Vedic grammar.

(C) Course Outcomes :

After going through this course students will be able
 to grasp the concept of Vedic Gods an d Goddesses.
 to understand the importance of the balanced way of Life and its inner Philosophies
that kept our Ancestors happy and healthy.
 to gain knowledge about the Rites and Rituals connected to various Gods of Vedic
Pantheon.

(D) Section - Wise Division:

Section I : Samhita (Lectures 15)

Rigveda- Agni-1.1;Usas-3.61; Aksa-10.34; Hiranyagarbha - 10.121;
Nasadiya- 10.129.
Yajurveda- Shivasamkalpa-34.1-6.
Atharvaveda-Bhumisukta-12.1-12.

Section II : Brahmana & Aranyaka (Lectures 15)

 Satapatha Brahmana (Manumatsyakatha 2.8.1- 10.
Taittiriya Aranyaka (Pancamahayajna 2.10.
Kenopanisad
Section IIIVedic Grammar (Lectures 15)

Declension ; Conjugation ;Subjunctives ; Vedic Upasargas,Vedic Infinitives ;Vedic

Accent and Padapatha.

Section IV Mundakopanisad (Lectures 15)

Mundakopanisad- 1.1 to 2.1

Mundakopanisad - 1. 2 to 3.2

Recommended Books / Readings :

1. 1.Atharvaveda (Shaunaka: (Ed.) Vishva Bandhu, VVRI, Hoshiharpur.
2. 2.Riksuktavali, H. D. Velankar, Vaidika Sanshodhana Mandala, Pune.
3. 3.Riksuktavaijayanti,H.D.Velankar,Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bombay.
4. 4.Rigveda,Vaidic Sanshodhana Mandal, Vol. I-V, Poona.
5. 6.Shatapatha Brahmana, (Ed.) Ganga Prasad Upadhyaya, SLBSRS Vidyapeeth, Delhi.
6. 7.Shuklayajurveda-Samhita,(Vajasaneyi-Madhyandina). (Ed.) Jagadush Lal
Shastri,MLBD,Delhi.
7. 8.The Taittiriya Aranyaka, with the commen tary of Bhattabhaskara Misra and
English Introduction, T. N. Dharmadhikari, 3Vols,MLBD, Delhi, 1985.

SAN- 6204C : Sanskrit Grammar

Classes:60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Course:

 Section I General Introduction Vyakarana, Shivasutra, Paribhasa,
Section II Natvavidhi, Satvavidhi & Sandhi
Section III Declension, Conjugation and roots, Kritpratyaya and
Taddhit Pratyaya
Section IV Karaka Prakaranam, Samasa Prakaranam

(B) Course Objectives:

This course aims to acquaint the students with general Sanskrit Grammar. It also
aims at teaching the rules of Paninian Grammar in different aspects.

(C) Learning Outcomes:

After going through this course students will be able
 to gain knowledge of basic concepts of Sanskrit Grammar.
 to understand the importance of Sanskrit Grammar in case of linguistics study.
 to appreciate the technique of forming Sanskrit words and the basic technique of
translation studies.

(D) Section - Wise Division

SectionI : Schools of Sanskrit Grammer (Lectures 15)
Mahesvarasutras,, pratyahara, pratyaya, vibhakti, dhatu, ac, hal, it, prayatna,
agama, adesa, avyaya, pratipadika, guna, vriddhi, samprasarana, samhita,
ayogavahavarna, prakriti, nipat, upasarga, upadha, ti, Vibhasa, Rules of Sandhi
(Svara - Sandhi).

Section II : Rules of Natvavidhi & Satvavidhi (Lectures 13)

SectionIII (Lectures 13)
*Declension of noun & pronouns,
 *Declension of svaranta pulinga, strilinga, napumsakalinga,
*Vyanjananta pulinga, strilinga, napumsakalinga,
**pronouns, Numerical words, Conjugation of roots.
Section IV (Lectures 17)
* Karaka Prakaranam,
* Samasa Prakaranam'
* Voice (karta, karma and vhava
Recommended Books /Readings
1. Apte, V. S, The Students'Guide to Sanskrit Composition, Chowkhamba Sanskrit.
2. Basu, S. C., Vaiyakarana Siddhanta Kaumudi (Vols. I&II). Composition, Chowkhamba
Sanskrit.
3. Dvivedi, Dr. Kapildev, Sanskrit Vyakaranam Laghusiddhanta Kaumudi,
Visvavidyalayprakashan, Varanasi.
4. Kale, M. R. - Higher Sanskrit Grammer, MLBD, Delhi (Hindi Translation also available.
5. Kanshiram - Laghusiddhantakaumudi (Vol. 1),MLBD,Delhi.
6. Samagra Vyakarana Kaumudi, Dev Sahitya Kutir Private Limited, Kolkata.

SAN- 6304C Sanskrit and World Literature

Classes:60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses :
Section I Survey of Sanskrit Literature in the World
SectionII Sanskrit Fables in the World Literature
SectionIII Ramayana and Mahabharata in South East Asian Countries
Section IV Kalidasa's Literature in World Literature & Sanskrit Studies
across the World
(B) Course Objectives :
This course aims to give an idea of various types of Sanskrit Literature which has
marked their existence in the World Literature. This course also aims to provide the
 students about the influence of Sanskrit Literature and Culture through the ages in
various parts of the world in medieval & modern times.

(C) Course Outcomes :

After going through this course students will be able
 To correlate various types of Sanskrit Literature which has marked their existence in
the world Literature.
 To understand the influence of Sanskrit Literature and culture through the ages in
various parts of the world in medieval & modern times.

(D) Section - Wise Division

Section I : Survey of Sanskrit Literature in the World (Lectures 20)
*Vedic Cultural elements in ancient Eastern and Western societies.
*Presence of Sanskrit words and ideas in English language (Wasteland by T. S. Eliot;
Brahma by R. W. Emers on Leaves of Grass and song of Myself by Walt Whiteman.
*General survey of the Classical Sanskrit Literature in the Eastern and Western
literature.
Section II : Sanskrit Fables in the World Literature (Lectures 15)
*Translation of Pancatantra in Eastern and Western Languages.
• Translation of Vetalpancavimshatika, Simhasanadvatrimshika and Shukasaptati in
Eastern Languages and Art.
SectionIII :Ramayana and Mahabharata in South East Asian Countries(Lectures 10)
*Ramakatha in south eastern countries.
*Mahabharata stories as depicted in folk Culture of South East Asia.
Section IV : Kalidasa in the West & Sanskrit Studies across the World (Lectures 15)
*English and German translation of Kalidasa's writings and their influence on
western literature and theatre.
*Sanskrit study Centers in Europe.
 *Sanskrit study Centers in Asia.
*Sanskrit study Centers in America.

Recommended Books /Readings

1. 1.Banarji, Suresh Chandra, Influence of Sanskrit outside India, A companion to Sans
Literature, MLBD.
2. Edgerton, Franklin, The Pancatantra of Reconstructed(Vol. 1 :Text and Critical
Apparatus, Vol. 2 : Introduction and Translation), New Haven, Connecticut :
American Oriental Series. Volumes 2-3.
3. Hertel, Johannest, The Pancatantra : a collection of ancient Hindu tales, in the
recension called Pancakhyanaka and dated 119o A. D., of the Jaina monk,
Purnabhadra, critically edited in the original Sanskrit, Harvard Oriental Series
Volume 11, 12, 13, 14.
4. A. B. Keith, History of Sanskrit Literature, Motilal Banarsidas Publishers Pvt. Limited,
India.
5. Jacobs, Josrph, The Earliest English Version of the Fables of Bidpai, London.
6. Kashinath Panduranga Paraba, ed. The Pancatantra of Visnu Sharma.

SAN-6404 C : Art of Balanced Living

Classes:60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Courses :

Section I Self Presentation
Section II Concentration
Section III Self Managemento
Section IV Refinement of Behaviour
(B) Course Objectives :
 This course aims to provide the students to be acquainted with the theories of art of
living inherent in Sanskrit literature and to apply them to live a better life. This
course also intends to make students to work on human resource management for
giving better results. Again, with the help of this course students will acquire
knowledge about the important steps for Self concentration, the importance of
protection of Nature, the spiritual way of Self management and so on.
(C) Course Outcomes :
After going through this course students will be able
 To grasp the psychological upgradation in acquiring the power of self control.
 To understand the importance of the practice self control and concentration in one's
life.
(D) Section - Wise Division
Section I: Self Presentation (Lectures 15)
* Method of Self - presentation : Hearing(shravana), Reflection (manana) and
Meditation (nididhyasana).
* Brihadaranyakopanisad, 2.4.5(with Sankarabhasya).
Section II : Concentration (Lectures 20)
*Concept of Yoga : (Yogasutra, 1.2).
*Restriction of fluctuations by practice (abhyasa) and passionlessness (vairagya) :
(Yogasutra, 1.12-16).
*Astangayoga(Yogasutra, 2.29,30,32,46,49,50;3.1-4).
*Four distinct means of mental purity(cittaprasadana). leadings to oneness(
Yogasutra, 1.33).
*Concentration (Gita I.1,45; II.3, 6,41, 52,59, 64,66, 67; III.36-39;IV. 5,16,38,39,
42;VI. 36; VXII. 14-19).
Section III : Self Management (Lectures 15)
*Surrender of ego.
*Abandoning frivolous debates.
 *Acquisition of moral qualities.
(Gita, II.7, 47; IV. 11; VII. 21; VIII. 7; IX 26; XI. 55; XII. 11,13-19).
Section IV : Refinement of Behavior (Lectures 10)
*Methods of Improving Behavior : Jnana-yoga, Dhyana - yoga, Karma-yoga and
Bhakti-yoga.
*Karma : A natural impulse, essentials for life journey, co-ordination of the world,
an idea duty and a metaphysical dictate (Gita, IIII. 5,8,10-16,20&21).
Recommended Books /Readings
1. Dashopanisad, Motilal Banarsidass.
2. Maharshi Kapila, Patanjala Darshana of The system of Yoga Philosophy, with the
commentary of Vyasa and Gloss of Vachaspati Mishra, Ed. and Published by Pandit
Jibananda Vidyasagara, Superintendent Free Sanskrit College, 3rd edn. Calcutta,
1940.
3. Shrimadbhagavadgita, English Translation by Jaydayal Gyandka Tattavivecini, Gita
Press, Gorakhpur, 1997.
4. Yogasutra of Patanjali, Delhi.

SAN-7104-C : Research Methodology

Classes : 60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses
Section I Brief note on Research Methodology.
Section II Research design.
Section III Data analysis and Other important points.
Section IV Scientific Writing
(B) Course Objectives:
This paper aims at teaching research methodology and other related topics
connected with the research methodology.
 (C) Course Outcomes:
After pursuing this course the students will be able
 to get an idea of the research methodology and some related topics in this area.
 to grasp the knowledge of analyzing datain different prospects.
 to have an idea of proper way of research writing, paper presentation, method of
bibliography etc.

(C) Section Wise Division:

Section I : Brief note on Research Methodology (Lectures 15)
Introduction, meaning of research, objective of research, types of research, criteria
of good research, problem of research.
Section II : Research design (Lectures 15)
Importance, concept, importance of literature review in defining a problem,
literature review of primary and secondary sources, development of working
hypothesis.
Section III: Data Analysis and Other important points. (Lectures 15)
Collection of Primary and Secondary Data,
Observation method, Data sources, Typesof analysis.
Section IV : Scientific Writing (Lectures 15)
Method of better writing,Preparation
Layout Introduction, review, discussion
interpretation, conclusion,references
bibliography,Transliteration.
Recommended Books /Readings:
1. Dr Dilip Bora, Goveshana paddhati bitarka aru siddhanta, Rekha Prakashan,
Guwahati.
2. C.R. Kothari, Research Methodology Methods and Techniques, New Age
International Publishers.
3. Nagen Saikiya, Goveshana Paddhati, Kaustabh Prakashan, Dibrugah.

SAN-7204: C : Shruti, Smriti, Vedangas and Vedic Grammar

Classes:60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses
Section I Selected Suktas :
Indra RV, 2.12, Surya RV, 1.125, Visvamitra Nadi Samvada
RV, III. 33, Vak Sukta RV, 10.125, Purusa Sukta RV, 10.90,
Yajurveda, Prajapati Sukta (1-5), Atharvaveda,
Rastravivardhanasukta, Sangmanasya Sukta, 3.30 and
Bhumi Sukta, 12.1-12
Section II Naradasmriti (First chapter and fourth chapter,-
- Dayabhaga)
Section III Six Vedangas
Section IV Vedic Grammar
(B) Course Objectives
This course aims to give an idea of some Vedic Suktas composed to glorify some
prominent Vedic Gods with their respective seers, metres and alluring features. It
also intends to give an idea of the Vedanga literature. Students will acquire
knowledge of Vedic Grammar also.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this paper the students will be able
 to appreciate the value of knowledge regarding the Vedic deities.
 to grasp the knowledge on Smriti literature as well as Naradasmriti.
 to gain knowledge about various branches of Vedangas.
 to grab the significance of the Sanskrit language through the lense of the Sanskrit
Grammar.
(D) Section Wise Division
Section I : Selected Suktas (Lectures 15)
In this section the students will get the idea of the hymns of Vedic Gods such as
Indra, Surya with their respective seers, metres and their distinguished features.
This will also give knowledge on the Samavada Sukta, Vak Sukta, Purusa Sukta,
Rastravivardhanasukta, Sangmanasya Sukta and Bhumi Sukta.
Section II : Naradasmriti (Lectures 15)
Introduction, author, history of Smriti literature, Content of the prescribed course,
Analysis etc.
Section III : Six Vedangas (Lectures 15)
An introduction on Vedangas with the divisions of this branch of Vedic literature.
Section IV:Vedic Grammar (Lectures 15)
Concept of Vedic Recitation Method, Vedic Infinitives, Subjunctive, Declension and
Conjugation.
Recommended Books /Readings:
1. Professor Shrimoti Shanti Bandyopadhyay, Vaidic Path Samkalan, Sadesh, 101C
Vivekananda Road Kolkata 6.
2. B.P.Bhattacharya and T. Adhikari (ed) Vaidika Samkalan, Parts I-II, Sanskrit Book
Depot, Kolkata , 2004.
3. Srautapathah(A Vedic Reader for MA students), University of Calcutta, Calcutta,
1975.
4. Atharvavedasamhita with the Commentary of Sayanacarya, Parts I-IV, Krishnadas
Academy, Varanasi, 1989.
5. Dr Jogiraj Basu, Vedar Parichay, Assam Publication Board.
 SAN-7304C: Nyaya Vaisesika, Vedanta, Carvaka and Bauddha Philosophy
Classes:60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses:
Section I Ishopanisad with Shankara Bhasya
Section II Vedantasara of Sadanda Yogindra
Section III Tarkabhasa of Keshava Mishra
Section IV Sarvadarshana(Carvaka and Bauddha Philosophy.)
(B) Course Objectives :
This course is intended to provide knowledge of Upanisadic literature from the
Advainta Vedatic standpoint. Students will gain knowledge of the epistemology and
metaphysics of the Nyaya-Vaisesika Philosophy. It will also give knowledge on Indian
Philosophy along with Carvaka and Bauddha Philosophy in detail.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After pursuing this course the students will be able to
 to gain knowledge about the idea of the Upanisadic literature and the messages of
the Isopanisad in detail.
 to analyse the features of Indian Philosophy.
 to grasp the view of the Nyaya-Vaisesika Philosophy.
 to have an idea of the teachings of the Carvaka and Bauddha Philosophy.
(D) Section Wise Division:
Section I : Ishopanisad and Shankara Bhasya. (Lectures 15)
Introduction, subject matter of Isopanisad, message of the Mantras of the
Isopanisad.
Section II : Vedantasara of Sadananda Yogindra. (Lectures 15)
Introduction, author, knowledge of Atman and Brahman, concept of
Sravana(hearing) manana (reflection) and nididhyasana(repeated meditation) etc.
Section III : Tarkabhasa of Keshava Mishra. (Lectures 15)

Introduction, author, subject matter, explanation etc.

 Section IV : Carvaka and Bauddha Philosophy. (Lectures 15)
Introduction, concept of Indian Philosophy, Divisions of Indian Philosophy, concept
of the Carvaka and Bauddha Darshana.
Recommended Books / Readings :
1. Isadidasopanisad, MLBD, New Delhi, 1992
2. Vedantasara, Sadananda Yogindra, Sanskrit Pustak Bhander, Kolkata
3. Tarkabhasa,S. R Iyer (Ed) Chowkhamba Publishers,Varanasi
4. An Introduction to Indian Philosophy, Chatischandra Chatterjee, Calcutta University.
5. Sarvadarshanasamgraha, Dr Uma Shankar Sarma, Chaukhamba Vidya Bhavan,
Varanasi.
6. Bharatiya Darshanat Ebhumuki, Bhagawati Prakashan, Panbazar, Guwahati.
7. Sarvadarstanasamgrha, Dr. Rajendra Nath Sarmah, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati.

SAN-7404C : Nataka Khandakavya and Campukavya

Classes:60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses:
Section I Uttararamacaritam of Bhavabhuti
Section II Meghaduta of Kalidasa
Section III An introduction to Campu Literature
Section IV Nalacampu (Prathama Ucchvasa, Chapter I)
(B) Course Objectives:
To give an idea of the drama of Bhavabhuti and Uttararamacaritam with it's unique
features. To provide the idea of lyrical poetry of Kalidasa with the poetic excellence
of the Meghaduta. It will also provide the history of the Campu Kavya and the
content of the Nalacampu, explanations, etc.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this course the students will be able
 to gather knowledge of the dramas of Bhavabhuti and the features of his dramas.
 to have the literary devices and beauty of Kalidasa's lyrical literature.
 to have an idea of nature, monsoon and geography of India reflected in the
Meghadutam.
 to gain knowledge on the Campu literature.
 to attain the knowledge of the literary style of the Nalacampu.
(D) Section Wise Division:
Section I :Uttararamacaritam of Bhavabhuti. (Lectures 20)
Brief knowledge of Bhavabhuti and his works, Content of Uttararamacaritam, poetic
excellence, plot, Sentiment, Characters, Innovative techniques of Bhavabhuti,
Bhavabhuti as a dramatist, (Grammar, Translations, Explanations etc.)
Section II : Meghadutam of Kalidasa. (Lectures 15)
Introduction, knowledge on the works of Kalidasa, short history on lyrics of Sanskrit
Literature and Meghaduta as a lyric poem, text, treatment of Nature, Poetic
elements (Grammar, translations, explanations etc.)
Section III : An Introduction to Campu Literature. (Lectures 10)
Definition of Campu, History of Campu Literature, Prominent works on Campu
literature.
Section IV Nalacampu( Prathama Ucchvasa, Chapter I) (Lectures 15)
Introduction, author, text, explanations,grammar, poetic excellence of the verses,
literary beauty of the Nalacampu, characters of the prescribed text.
Recommended Books / Readings:
1. M.R. Kale, (Ed) Uttararamacaritam, MLBD, Delhi, 1982
2. M.R. kale, (Ed) Meghaduta. MLBD, Delhi 1983
3. Dr. Ramnath Vedalamkar(Ed), Nalacampu, Prathama Ucchvasa, Sahitya Bhandar,
Meroth-2
4. Gaurinath Shastri, A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
5. A. B. Keith, History of Sanskrit Literature, also Hindi translation, MLBD, Delhi.
6. Baladev Upadhyaya, Sanskrit Sahitya ka Itihas, Sharda Niketan, Varanasi.
7. M.Winternitz,Indian Literature (Vol. I-III)
8. Shri Vaidyanath Jha Shastri, Meghadutam, Chowkhamba Krishnadas Academi,
Varanasi.
9. Dr. Thaneswar Sarmah, Sanskrit Sahityar Itivritta, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati 1

SAN-8104 C: Paninian Grammar and Philology:

Classes:60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses:
Section I SiddhantakaumudiSamjna Prakarana
Section II Siddhantakaumudi Karaka prakarana
Section III Siddhantakaumudi Samasa Prakarana
Section IV Selected Topics from Philology
(B) Course Objectives:
This course aims to introduce the students about the grammar of Panini on the
topics mentioned here. It will also give knowledge of the source of Sanskrit
Language and it's linguistic features.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After pursuing this course the students will be able
 to be acquainted with the rules of Panini's Astadhyayi through the light of
Siddhantakaumudi.
 to get knowledge of the linguistic features of the Sanskrit along with it's source and
development in course of time.
(D) Section Wise Division:
Section I : Siddhantakaumudi, Samjna Prakarana. (Lectures 15)
Introduction, author, Text, Explanations according to Siddhantakaumudi Samjna
Prakarana.
Section II : Siddhantakaumudi Karaka prakarana. (Lectures 15)
Text, Explanations, Analysis according to Siddhantakaumudi Karaka prakarana.
Section III : SiddhntaKaumudi, Samasa Prakarana (Lectures 15)
Text, Explanations, Analysis according to Siddhantakaumudi Samasa Prakarana
 Section IV : Selected topics from Philology (Lectures 15)
Introduction of IE language, Sanskrit as a member of the IE language, Sailent
features of IE and OIA, Classification of the IE, Classification of Sound system in IE,
Phonetic tendencies and Changes:-Grimm’s, Law, Grassman’s Law and Verner’s Law,
Accent.
Recommended Books / Readings :
1. Vaiyakaranasiddhantakaumudi with Bala Manorama Tattvabodhini Commentaries,
Vols - I - -III, Chowkhamba Sanskrit Literature Series, Varanasi.
2. Vaiyakaranasiddhantakaumudi of Bhattoji Dikshita, Vols I - III, S. C Basu(Ed & Trans)
MLBD, Delhi 2003.
3. Vaikaranasiddhantakaumudi of Bhattoji Dikshita with Bala Manorama and Dipika
Commentary, Gopal Datta Pande (ed), Chaukhamba Surabharati Prakashan
Varanasi-:1986.
4. S.R Banerjee, A Hand Book of Sanskrit.
5. Philology, Sanskrit PhilologyPustak Bhandar, Kolkata, 1987.
6. I.J.S. Taraporewala, Elements of the Science of Language, University of Calcutta,
Calcutta 1953.

SAN- 8204 C: Sanskrit Poetics

Classes60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses
Section I Kavyadarsa of Dandin (Chapt I)
SectionII Dhvanyaloka of Anandavardhana (Chapt I)
Section III Dasarupaka of Dhananjaya(Chapter 1)
Section IV Kavyamimamsa of Rajashekhara (Chapter l)
(B) Course Objectives
 This course aims to impert knowledge about poetics according to Dandin,
Anandavardhana, and Rajashekhara. The students will understand the different
types of Sanskrit Drama according to Dhananjaya.
(C) Course Outcomes :
After pursuing this course the students will be able
 to be acquainted with the Sanskrit kavyasastra in the light of the famous works like
Kavyadarsa, Dhvanyalokah and Kavyamimasa.
b.to gather knowledge on the dramaturgy according to Dhananjaya
(D) Section Wise Division
Section I : Kavyadarsha of Dandin (Chapter I) (Lectures 15)
Introduction, author, Contribution of Dandi to the field of Sanskrit Poetic literature,
content of the prescribed text of Kavyadarsa, criticism on the definition, division of
kavya according to Dandi, Views on Gunas, Alamkaras and Kavya hetu.
Section II : Dhvanyalokah of Anandavardhana (Chapter I) (Lectures 15)
Introduction, author, position of Dhvanyaloka in Sanskrit Poetic literature, content
of the prescribed text, criticism, explanation of the important Karikas.
Section III : Dasarupaka of Dhananjaya (Chapter I) (Lectures 15)
Introduction, author, Content of the prescribed text of Dasarupaka, Criticism and
explanation of the important topics.
Section IV : Kavyamimasa of Rajashekhara (Chapter l) (Lectures 15)
Introduction, author, Rajashekharas contribution to Sanskrit Poetic literature,
Content and significance of the prescribed text, ,explanation of the important
Shlokas.
Recomended Books / Readings :
1. Dharmendra Kr Gupta(Ed), Kavyadarsa, Meherchand Lachhmandas
Publications, New Delhi, 2006
2. Dr Jamuna Pathak, Kavyadarsa, Chowkhamba Krishnadas Academy, Varanasi,
2008
 3. Acharya Lokamani Dahal (Ed), Dhvanyalokah, Bharatiya Vidya Prakashan, Delhi,
Varanasi 1991
4. Shiva Prakash Dwivedi, Dhvanyaloka, Chaukhamba Surbharati Prakashan,
Varanasi, 2022
5. Dr Shrikrishnamani Tripathi, Kavyamimasa, Chaukhamba Surbharati Prakashan,
Varanasi 221001
6. P V Kane, History of Sanskrit Poetics, MLBD, Delhi, 1971
7. Adhyaksha Trailokyanath Goswami, Nandantattva Prachya aru Pashchatya,
Bani Prakash Private Limited, Guwahati 1
8. Acharya Manoranjan Shastri, Sahitya Darshan, Chandra Prakash, Panbazar,
Guwahati 1

SAN-8304 C: Contemporary Indian Philosophy

Classes : 60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses:
Section I Philosophy of Swami Vivekananda
Section II Philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi
Section III Radhakrishnan and Indian Philosophy
Section IV Contribution of Radhanath Phukan
(B) Course Objective:

The above mentioned course highlights the philosophy of contemporary Indian

thinkers. After going through this course students will be able to know the true
essence of life and knowledge of the philosophical works. They can mould their life
after knowing the concept of Swaraj, synthesis of Indian Philosophy and modern
science and so on.

(C) Course Outcomes:

After going through this course the students will be able to know about themselves.
It will be helpful to nurture their life.
 (D) Section- Wise Division:

Section-I : Philosophy of Swami Vivekananda (Lectures 15)

Life and Works of Swami Vivekananda

Practical Vedanta

Raja Yoga

Section-II : Philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi (Lectures 15)

Life and Works of Mahatma Gandhi

Ahimsa and Satyagraha

Swaraj

Section-III: Radhakrishnan and Indian Philosophy (Lectures 15)

Life and Works of Radhakrishnan

Sources of Knowledge

Absolute and God

Section-IV Contribution of Radhanath Phukan (Lectures 15)

View of Radhanath Phukan on Gita

View of Radhanath Phukan on Samkhya Philosophy

View of Radhanath Phukan on Vedanta Philosophy

Recommended Books/ Readings:

1. Lal, Basanta, Contemporary Indian Philosophy, MlBD, Delhi

2. Devi, Dr. Rashmi, Radhanath Phukan’s Treatment of Samkhya Philosophy
3. Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda, Ramkrishna Mission, Belur
4. Radhakrishnan, S. An Idealistic View of Life, MLBD, Benares
5. Sharma, R.N. Contemporary Indian Philosophy, Parimal Publications, Delhi
6. Bhattacharya, Dr. Panchami, Purkayastha, Dr. Sumitra, Hussain, Dr. Juri, Kuri
Shatikar Bharatiya Darshan, Grantha Sanskriti, Jorhat.
7. Radhanath Phukan Rachanavali, Assam Publication Board, Guwahati.

SAN-8404 C : History of Sanskrit Scientific Literature

Classes:60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses
Section I Indian Medical Science (Ayurveda)
Section II Astronomy, Astrology and Mathematics
Section III Botanical Studies (Vrikshayurveda)
Section IV Indian system of Architecture (Vastusastra)
(B) Course Objectives:
This course aims to introduce students about the various aspects of scientific
literature scattered in Sanskrit language. Students will be able to gain the root of
modern science in Sanskrit Literature and it will make the students enable to enter
into the field of Indian Knowledge System.
(C) Learning Outcomes:
After going through this course the students will be able to
 have an idea of the vast treasure of Sanskrit Scientific literaure.
 to be acquainted with the different aspects of Indian knowledge system reflected in
various Sanskrit Works.
 to find the source of scientific thought
to be familiar with the ancient Indian works which will be helpful to correlate with
modern views.
(D) Section Wise Division:
Section I : Indian Medical Science (Ayurveda) (Lectures 15)
 Introduction, divine origin of Ayurveda, divisions of the Ayurveda, origin and
development of the Ayurveda.
Section II : Astronomy, Astrology and Mathematics. (Lectures 15)
Introduction, origin and development of the Ancient Indian Astronomy, Astrology
and Mathematics.
Section III : Botanical Studies (Vrikshayurveda) (Lectures 15)
Section IV : Indian system of Architecture (Vastusastra) (Lectures 15)
Introduction, important works on Vastusastra, significance of Vastusastra during the
time of modern life.
Recommended Books / Readings:
1. Priyadaranjan Ray and S. N. Sen (Ed) The Cultural Heritage of India, Vol VI, The
Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture, Kolkata 700029.
2. M.Winternitz,History of Indian Literature (Vol-III, Part II)
3. Gaurinath Shastri, A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi
4. V. Subrahmanya Shastri, Brihatsamhita, MLBD, Delhi.
5. Srivastava,Dr. A. K., The History of Indian Architecture, 2022
6. Dr. Thaneswar Sarmah, Sanskrit Sahityar Itivritta, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati
SEC:: Skill Enhancement Course/ Papers]

SAN 1103 SE Functional Sanskrit

SAN 2103 SE Applied Sanskrit
SAN 3103 SE Sanskrit Metre and Recitation
 SAN-1103SE :Functional Sanskrit
Classes : 45 Credits: 3
(A) Prescribed Courses :
Section I A brief idea of Functional Sanskrit
Section II Sambhasanam
Section III General Grammar
Section IV Viva- voce
(B) Course Objectives:
To make the students enable to converse in Sanskrit by using simple way of spoken
Sanskrit.

* This course aims to get students acquainted with the Sanskrit words which can be
used in everyday life.

* This course will gradually lead the students to enter into the vast area of Sanskrit
Literature.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this unit students will be able

 to use Sanskrit in their practical field.

 to come forward to prepare different kinds of research oriented activities using the
midium Sanskrit.
(D) Section - Wise Division:
Section I : A brief idea of FunctionalSanskrit. (Lectures 10)

* Importance of Functional Sanskrit

* Knowledge of words in Sanskrit (Essential things and activities used in daily life)
SectionII :Sambhasanam (Lectures 10)

* Dinacarya

* Samayajnanam, Samkhyajnanam, Paricayapradanam

SectionIII :General Grammar. (Lectures 13)

 Visesya, Visesana, Sandhi, Linga, Vibhakti, Kakaka, Vacana, Sarvanama etc.

 Shabdarupa(Akaranta,Ikaranta,Ikaranta,Ukaranta,Ukaranta,Rikaranta, in three
genders, Asmad, Yusmad, Tad, Pathin, Pakshin, Rajan, Mahiman, Vipad, Bhubhrit,
Samraj).
 Sentence contruction in simple Sanskrit by using Kta, ktavatu, Tasil, Shatri,
Shanach, Tumun, ktvach, Lyapetc.
 Dhaturup (Bhu, Gam, Path, Vid, Kri, Han, As, Drish, Ni, Labh)

SectionIV :Viva- voce (Lectures 12)

SAN-2103SE : Applied Sanskrit

Classes : 45 Credits: 3

(A) Prescribed Courses :

Section I Writing Skill
Section II Lekhanabhyasa
Section III Translation
Section IV Viva-Voce
(B) Course Objectives :
This course will make the students enable to use Sanskrit in their practical field. It
will inspire the students to come forward to prepare different kinds of research
oriented activities using the medium Sanskrit. .
(C) Course Outcomes:
This course will make the students acquainted to converse in day to day life using
Sanskrit Language. It also will help students to enter the vast of Sanskrit through the
use different units prepared above.
(D) Section - Wise Division
Section I : Writing Skill (Lectures 10)
* Construction of Sentences (Present, Past and Future) in SimpleSanskrit.

* General Grammar (Voice change, Suffixes, Prefixes, Case- endinds) .

* Sodhapatralekhanabhyasa
 SectionII : Lekhanabhyasa (Lectures 15)

* Vartalekhanam, Patralekhanam, Abedanalekhanam, Nibandhalekhanam.

* Comprehension writing .
Section III : Translation (Lectures 10)

* (Translation into Sanskrit from English or Assamese).

Section IV :Viva-Voce (Lectures 10)

SAN-3103SE : Sanskrit Metre and Recitation

Classes : 45 Credits : 3

(A) Prescribed Courses:

Section l Chandasastra of Sanskrit Literature
Section ll Classification and Construction of Sanskrit Metres
Section lll Definitions, Analysis of selected Vedic Metres.
SectionlV Definitions, Analysis of selected classical Sanskrit Metres and
recitation of Sanskrit slokas with apt rules.
(B) Course Objectives
The aim of this course is to give an idea of Sanskrit metres to maintain the
scientific way of recitation of Sanskrit slokas as well as Vedic Metres.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this unit students will be able to understand the basic ideas and
concept of Sanskrit metre and recitation.
(D) Section-Wise Division
Section l : Chandasastra of Sanskrit Literature (Lectures 12)
Origin and Development of Chandasastra
Contribution Assamese Sanskrit scholar in the field of Sanskrit Prosady.
Salient features of Sanskrit Metres
Section ll : Classification and Construction of Sanskrit Metres(Lectures 12)
Syllabic verse (aksaravrtta): syllabo-quantitative verse (varnavrtta)
Quantitative verse (matravrtta)
Syllables: laghu and guru, Gana, Feet
Section lll : Definitions, Analysis of selected Vedic Metres (Lectures 11)
Brief Knowledge of Vedic Accents and recitation of Vedic Mantras.
Definition, Example, Analysis and Lyrical Methods of following Meters:
gayatir , usnika, anustupa, brhati , pankti, tristup and jagati
Section lV :Definitions, Analysis of selected classical Sanskrit Metres and
recitation of Sanskrit slokas with apt rules. (Lectures 10)
Definition, Example, Analysis and Lyrical Methods of following Meters:
bhujanagaprayata, sragvini,totaka, vidyunma la , anustupa, arya,malini, sikharini,
vasantatilaka, mandakranta,Sragdhara and,sardulavikridita

Recommended Books/Readings:
Brown, Charles Philip (1869). Sanskrit Prosody and Numerical Symbols Explained.
London: Trübner & Co.
Deo, Ashwini. S (2007). The Metrical Organization of Classical Sanskrit Verse, (PDF).
Journal of Linguistics 43 (01): 63–114. doi:10.1017/s0022226706004452.
Recordings of recitation: H. V. Nagaraja Rao (ORI, Mysore), Ashwini Deo, Ram Karan
Sharma, Arvind Kolhatkar.
Online Tools for Sanskrit Meter developed by Computational Linguistics Group,
Department of Sanskrit, University of Delhi: http://sanskrit.du.ac.in
IDC:: Interdisciplinary Course/Papers [Offered to the Students of Other Discipline]

SAN 1103ID Fundamental knowledge of Sanskrit

SAN 2103ID Basic Knowledge of Sanskrit Grammar, Sanskrit Scientific Literature
and Subhasitas.
SAN 3103ID Veda, Darshan and Classical Sanskrit Literature
 SAN-1103 ID: Fundamental knowledge of Sanskrit
Classes: 45 Credits: 3

(A) Prescribed Courses:

Section I Introduction to Sanskrit Language and Devanagari Lipi.

Section II Maheswarasutra and Uccharanasthana of Sanskrit letters.

Section III Introduction to Vedic Literature:Concept of Samhita, Brahmana,

Aranyaka, Upanisadas and Vedangas

Section IV Introduction to Classical Sanskrit Literature:

Ramayana, Mahabharta, Puranas, Works of Bhasa, Works of

Kalidasa, Works of Bhavabhuti, Shishupalabadha,
Naishadhacharitam.

(B) Course Objectives:

Students will be able to gather knowledge of the history and background of Sanskrit
Language along with Devanagari script.It will make the Students enable to have the
concept of the Vedic and Classical Sanskrit Literature, the vast treasure of Indian
heritage.

(C) Course Outcomes :

After pursuing this course the students will be able

 to grasp the linguistic significance of Sanskrit Language and Devanagari script.

 to have knowledge of Vedic Literature.
 to appreciate the vast treasure of Classical Sanskrit Literature.

(D) Section Wise Division:

 Section I : Introduction to Sanskrit language and Devanagari Lipi. (Lectures 12)

Introduction, Linguistic name of Sanskrit, Concept of IE, Sanskrit as a member of IE

family of language, Origin and development of Devanagari Script.

Section II : Maheswarasutra and Uccharanasthana of Sanskrit letters. (Lectures 12)

Introduction, concept of Maheswarasutra and Uccharanasthana as stated in the

Paninian school of Grammar.

Section III : Introduction to Vedic Literature (Lectures 11)

Four divisions of the four Vedas :Rigveda, Yajurveda, Samaveda and Atharvaveda,
Six divisions of the Vedangas.

Section IV : Introduction to Classical Sanskrit Literature. (Lectures 10)

Introduction of the Classical literature, Brief description of the texts prescribed in

the courses, significant features of the works prescribed in the course.

Recommend Books /Readings:

1. M.Winternitz,Indian Literature (Vol I-III), also Hindi Translation, MLBD, Delhi

2. Gaurinath Shastri, A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD
3. A B Keith, History of Sanskrit Literature, also Hindi Translation, MLBD, Delhi.
4. Baladev Upadhyaya, Sanskrit Sahitya ka Itihas, Sharda Niketan, Varanasi.
5. Shivaswarup Sahay, Bharatiya Puralekho Ka Adhyayan (Studies in Ancient Indian
Inscriptions)
6. Dani, Ahmad Hasan, Indian Paleography,Oxford, 1963
7. Satyamurti K, Texr Book of Indian Epigraphy, Lower Price in Publication, Delhi 1992
8. Dr Thaneswar Sarmah, Sanskrit Sahityar Itivritta, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati - I
 SAN-2103 ID: Basic Knowledge of Sanskrit Grammar, Sanskrit Scientific Literature
and Subhasitas
Classes: 45 Credits: 3
(A) Prescribed Courses :
Section I Declension and Conjugation
Sabdarupa--(Svaranta, Vyanjananta, Sarvanama, Samkhya)
Section II Introduction to some topics of Sanskrit Grammar :
Section III Scientific elements in Sanskrit Literature
Section IV Subhasitas : Some Important Shlokas reflecting human ideal
qualities and moral values from some renowned works.
(B) Course Objectives :
Students will be acquainted with rules of Sanskrit Grammar. These will be helpful to
learn the language in proper way. This course will provide knowledge on the
scientific literature written in Sanskrit language. It will also provide moral messages
found reflected in popular Sanskrit Shlokas.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After pursuing this course the students will able
 to appreciate the rules of Sanskrit Grammar.
 to write sentences in Sanskrit language with proper rules of Grammar.
 to get knowledge of scientific literature in Sanskrit.
 to appreciate the moral values reflected in the Shlokas.
(D) Section Wise Division.
Section I : Declension and Conjugation : (Lectures 15)
(SabdarupaDhaturupa- and Dhaturupa) (Sabdarupa--(Svaranta,
Vyanjananta,Sarvanama, Samkhya)
Dhaturupa - (Bhu, Gam, Kri, As, Ni, Drish, Han, Jna, Tan, Da, Grah, Dha, Pa, Puj,, Bru,
Bhuj, Man, Rud, Labh, Shi, Sah, Sidh, Smri, Hri)
Section II : Introduction to some topics of Sanskrit Grammar (Lectures 10)
 Natvavidhi, Satvavidhi, Krit, Pratyaya, Taddhit Pratyaya, Nijanta, Sananta, Yanganta,
Karakam, Vachya, Sandhi, Samasa.
Section III : Scientific elements in Sanskrit Literature (Lectures 10)
Mathematics, Architecture, Astronomy, Botany.
Section IV : Subhasitas : (Lectures 10)
Nitishatakam V. N. 27,32,86
Hitopodesh 1.6,15,17,34,35,59,70,73
Manusmriti 2.94,145,225,227,228,, 3.54
Chanyakaniti 4.19,5.15,6 11,12.19
Panchatantra 1.392, 2.84, 125,, 3.147
Other some popular Shlokas.
Recomended Books /Readings:
1. Samagra Vyakaran kaumudi, Devasahitya kutir Private Limited
2. Nitishatakam,Chaukhamba Surbharati Prakashan, Varanasi.
3. Hitopadesh,Chaukhamba Surbharati Prakashan, Varanasi
4. Panchatantram,Chaukhamba Vidya Bhavan, Varanasi
5. Priyadaranjan Ray and S. N. Sen (Ed) The CuPriyadaranjan Ray and S. N. Sen (Ed)
Theltural Heritage of India, Vol VI, The Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture,
Kolkata 700029

SAN-3103 ID: Veda, Darshan and Classical Sanskrit Literature

Classes : 45 Credits: 3

(A) Prescribed Courses :

Section I Vedic Suktas
Section II Indian Philosophy /. Bharatiya Darshan
Section III Moral Principles in SanskritLiterature
Section IV Influence of Epics in Later Literature
 (B) Course Objectives :
This course aims to provide an idea of some important concepts of Vedic suktas and
basic knowledge of Indian Philosophy /Bharatiya Darshana. With the help of this
course students will be able to learn about the influence of the Ramayana and the
Mahabharata in later literature with special reference to Assamese literature.
(C) Course Outcomes :
After going through this course students will be able
 To grasp the concept of Vedic Gods and Goddesses.
 To understand the basic ideas and concepts of Indian Philosophy.
 To learn the influence of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata in later literature
with special reference to Assamese literature.
 To gain knowledge about the basic idea of human values and their requirements in
the present society.
(D) Section - Wise Division :
Section I : Vedic Suktas (Lectures 12)
*Concepts of Agni, Surya, Indra, Usasa, Aksa, Devi, Hiranyagarbha suktas.
Section II : Indian Philosophy (Lectures 11)
*Meaning and purpose of Darshan.
* Common characteristic features of Indian Philosophy.
* A brief notes on astika & nastika schools.
Section III : Moral Principles in Sanskrit Literature (Lectures 10)
*Pancatantra
*Hitopadesha
*Chanakyaniti
*Nitishataka
Section IV : Influence of Epics in Later Literature (Lectures 12)
 *Influence of the Ramayana in Later Literature with special reference to Assamese
Literature.
*Influence of the Mahabharata in Later Literature with special reference to
Assamese Literature.
Recommended Books /Readings
1. Bosh, Jogiraj, Vedar Parchay, Publication Board of Assam.
2. Bhattacharya, Hari Chandra, Asamiya Natya Sahityar Jilinani, Lowers Book Stall.
3. Chatterjee, S. C. & D. M. Datta-An Introduction to Philosophy, Calcutta University,
Calcutta.
4. Goswami, Harmohan, Sanskrit Sahiyator Buranji, Bookland, Guwahati.
5. Kale,M.R.(Ed.), Nitishatakam of Bhartrihari, MLBD., Delhi.
6. Keith, A. B., History of Sanskrit Literature, Motilal Banarsidas Publishers Pvt.
Limited, India.
7. Sarma, Dr. Thaneswar, Sanskrit Sahiyator Itibritta, Chandraprakash,Guwahati.
8. Shastri, Gaurinath, A Concise History of San Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
Sarma, Satyendranath, Asamiya Sahityar Samikshatmak Itibritta, Saumar Prakash
Guwahati.
 SAN - 1104 M : Basic Knowledge of Sanskrit
Classes: 60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses :
Section I History of Sanskrit Language
Section II Concept of Vedic Literature
Section III Epic Literature
Section IV Puranic Literature
(B) Course Objectives:
The purpose of this course is to make the students acquainted with the journey of
Sanskrit literature starting from Vedic literature to the Puranas. This course also
intends to give knowledge of the history of Sanskrit Language and some basic rules
of Sanskrit Grammar as well.
(C) Course Outcomes:
Through this course students will be able to get the knowledge of Vedic Literature
along with that of the Epics and the Puranas, It will help students to make
acquainted with the history of Sanskrit Literature such as concept of Sanskrit, origin
and development of Sanskrit etc. This course will enable the students to get some
basic rules of Grammar.

(D) Section - Wise Division

Section I : History of Sanskrit Language (Lectures 15)

* Concept of Sanskrit, Origin and Development of Sanskrit Language

* General Grammar of Sanskrit

Section II: Concept of Vedic Literature (Lectures 15)

* Divisions of Vedic Literature: Samhita ( Rik, Yaju, Sama, Atharva), Brahmana,

* Aranyaka, Upanisad, Vedanga (Brief Introduction)

Section III :Epic Literature (Lectures 15)

* Ramayana ( Time, Development, Subject matter, as a source text)

* Mahabharata ( Time,Development, Subject matter,asasourcetext)

 Section IV : Puranic Literature (Lectures 15)

* Subject matter, Characteristics, Social and Cultural life.

Recommended Books /Readings

1. Keith, A. B.; : History of Sanskrit Literature, Also Hindi Translation, MLBD, Delhi
2. Shastri, Gaurinath ; A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
3. Winternitz, Maurice ; History of Indian Literature ( Vols I - III) , MLBD, Delhi.
4. Bose, Dr. Jogiraj ; Vedar Parichay, Publication Board, Assam, Guwahati.
5. Sarmah, Dr. Thaneswar ; Sanskrit Sahityar Itivritta, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati
6. Goswami, Harmohan; Sanskrit Sahityar Buranji.

SAN- 2104 M : Classical Sanskrit Literature

Classes60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Courses :

Section I Darshana
Section II Sahityasastra
Section III Sanskrit Drama
Section IV Ethics in Sanskrit Literature
(B) Course Objectives :
This course aims to provide basic knowledge of schools of Indian Philosophy and
Indian Poetics. This course also intends to give an idea of drama and moral
education in Sanskrit Literature.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After going through the units students will be able to attain the basic knowledge of
the schools of Indian Philosophy. It will also help the students to get an idea of
Indian Poetics. Further this course will help students to have an idea of Sanskrit
Drama and will make them acquainted with the moral education retained in Sanskrit
Literature.
(D) Section - Wise Division
SectionI : Darshana (Lectures 10)
 * Meaning and Scope of Darshana
* Classification of Indian Philosophy
* General Introduction to the schools of Philosophy.
SectionII :Sahityasastra (Lectures 10)
* General Introduction to Poetics
* Six major schools of Indian Poetics
* Rasa, Alamkara
Section III : Sanskrit Drama (Lectures 20)
* Origin and Development of Sanskrit Drama
* Brief knowledge of Prominent Sanskrit Dramas
Section IV :Ethics in Sanskrit Literature (Lectures 20)
* General Introduction to dedactic fables in Sanskrit Literature.
* Pancatantra, Hitopodesa
* Chanakyaniti ( Verses 1 --30)
Recommended Books /Readings:
1. Datta & Chaterjee, An Introduction to Indian Philosophy, MLBD, Delhi.
2. Bhattacharya ,Dr. Jyotshna ; Bharatiya Darshan, Publised by Dr. Golok ch.
Bhattacharyya, Nilgiri Mention, Guwahati.
3. Shastri Acharya Manoranjan; Sahitya Darshan, Journal Amporium Nalbari.
4. Kane, P. V., History of Sanskrit Poetics, MLBD, Delhi.
5. Keith, A. B ; History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
6. Sarma, Dr. Thaneswar ; Sanskrit Sahityar Itivritta, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati.
7. Goswami Harmohan ; Sanskrit Sahityar Buranji, Bookland, Guwahati.

SAN 3104M : History of Sanskrit Literature

Classes: 60 Credits : 4

(A) Prescribed Course

Section I Origin and development of Mahakavya and Gitikavya
Section ll Origin and development of Sanskrit prose, important prose
romances and fables
Section lll Critical survey of Sanskrit Drama
Section lV General survey of modern Sanskrit Literature
(B) Course Objectives:
 This course aims to introduce the student with the vast treasure of Sanskrit
literature. This will provide a comprehensive idea of Sanskrit Mahakavya,
Gitikavya, Prose romances, Drama, Fables and modern Sanskrit literature.
(C) Course Outcomes:

After going through this courses students will acquire knowledge of important arenas
of Sanskrit Literature. It also helps to understand the importance of Sanskrit study
and its relevance to modern society.
(D) Section-Wise Division
Section l :Origin and Development of Mahakavya and Gitikavya(Lectures 15)
Prominent Mahakavyas with special reference to Asvaghosa, Kalidasa-
Kumaradasa, Bharavi, Magha, Bhatti, Sriharsa.
Sanskrit Gitikavyas with special reference to Kalidasa, Bilhan, Jayadeva, Amaruka,
Bhartrihari and their works.
Section ll : Origin and Development of Sanskrit Prose, Important
Prose-romances and fables (Lectures 15)
Distinguished Prose romances and Fables of Sanskrit literature with special
reference to Subandhu, Bana, Dandin, Ambikadatta Vyasa.

Section lll : Critical Survey of Sanskrit Drama (Lectures 15)

Characteristics of Sanskrit Drama.
Prominent dramatists and Dramas:
Bhasa, Kalidasa, Sudraka, Visakhadatta, Sriharsa, Bhattanarayana, Bhavabhuti,
Murari, Rajashekhara, Damodarmisra, Krisnamisra.
Section lV : General Survey of Modern Sanskrit Literature (Lectures 15)
Brief idea of modern Sanskrit scholars viz-
Pandita Kshma Rao, P.K. Narayana Pillai, Reva Prasad Dwivedi, Virendra Kumar
Bhattacharya, Abhiraja Rajendra Misra, Harshadev Madhava
Bhavadev Bhagawati, Manoranjan Shastri, Biswanarayan Shastri, M.M. Sharma,
Maheswar Hazarika.
Recommended Books/Readings:
1. Keith, A.B. History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD,Delhi.
2. Krishnamachariar: History of Classical Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
3. Shastri, Gaurinath: A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi
4. Winternitz, M.: History of Indian Literature(Vol-lll) also Hindi Translation MLBD,
Delhi.
5. Sharma, Thaneswar: Sanskrit Sahityar Itivritta, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati-1
6. Goswami, Harmohan: Sanskrit Sahityar Buranji, Bookland, Guwahati
7. Sharma, Thaneswar, Mahakavi Kalidasar Abhijnanasakuntalam,Chandra Prakash,
Guwahati-1

SAN 3204M : Classical Sanskrit Literature (Kavya)

Classes: 60 Credits : 4

(A) Prescribed Course

Section l Raghuvamsam Canto-l( Verse 1-51)
Section ll Kiratarjuniyam Canto-l
Section lll Nitisatakam(Verse 1-30)
Section lV Svatantrasambhavam(Cantoll, Verse 1-45)
(B) Course Objectives:
This course will give an idea of famous Poets of Classical Sanskrit Literature with their
renowned works. Again it intends to provide the test of modern Sanskrit Kavyas.
(C) Course Outcomes:
Students will gain specific knowledge in the field of Sanskrit Literature. It also helps
the original idea of human values.
(D) Section-Wise Division
Section l : Raghuvamsam: (Lectures 15)
Introduction, Significance of the title, Canto 1-10. Grammatical Analysis,
Translation, Explanation, Characteristics of Raghu Clan, Role of Dilipa in the
welfare of subjects, journey of Dilipa to the hermitage of Vasistha.
Section ll : Kiratarjuniyam- Canto1 (Lectures 15)
Introduction, (Author and Text), Significance of the title, Background of the given
text, (Verse 1-16) Grammatical analysis, Translation, Explanation, Poetic
excellence thematic analysis.
Section lll : Nitisatakam:(verse 1-30) (Lectures 15)
Translation, Grammatical analysis, Explanation, thematic analysis, Morality and
ethics reflected in Nitisatakam.
Section lV : Svatantrasambhavam: (Canto ll) (Lectures 15)
Inroduction, Significance of the title, Grammatical analysis. Notes on author,
General notes on selected words found in the prescribed text.
Recommended Books/Readings:
1. C.R. Devadhar (Ed.), Raghuvaṁśam of Kālidāsa, MLBD. Delhi.
2. M.R. Kale (Ed.), Raghuvaṁśam of Kālidāsa, MLBD, Delhi.
 3. Gopal RaghunathNandargikar (Ed.), Raghuvaṁśam of Kālidāsa, MLBD, Delhi.
4. M.R. Kale (Ed.), Kirātārjunīyam of Bhāravi, MLBD, Delhi.
5. M.R. Kale (Ed.), Nītiśatakam of Bhartṛhari, MLBD., Delhi.
6. Keith, A.B.: History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
7. Krishnamachariar : History of Classical Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
8. Gaurinath Shastri: A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
9. Winternitz, Maurice: History of Indian Literature (Vol. I-III), also Hindi
Translation, MLBD, Delhi
10. Joshi, K.R. & S.M. Ayachuit² Post Independence Sanskrit Literature, Nagpur,
1991.
11. Prajapati, Manibhai K.² Post Independence Sanskrit Literature: A Critical
Survey, Patna, 2005

SAN 4104M : Classical Sanskrit Literature (Prose)

Classes: 60 Credits : 4

(A) Prescribed Courses

Section l Kadambari (Sukanasopadesa)
Section ll Visrutacaritam Upto 15th Para
Section lll Sataparvika (Abhiraja Rajendra Mishra)
Section lV Vasavadatta
(B) Course Objectives:
The objective of this course is to give the student an idea of Sanskrit Prose
including classical Literature. The course also seeks to help students negotiate
texts independently.
(C) Course Outcomes :
To understand the importance of literary techniques applied by the ancient Indian
writers of Sanskrit. Students will gain knowledge of basic and important arenas of
prose literatures.
(C) Section-wise Division
Section l : Sukanasopadesa (Lectures 15)
Introduction- Author/Text upto page 116 of Kadambari edited by Prahlad Kumar
upto the end of the text.
Society, Ayurveda and Political thoughts depicted in Sukanasopadesa, logical
meaning and application of sayings: Banocchistam Pancanan banah
Section ll : Visrutacaritam Upto 15th Para (Lectures 15)
 Para 1 to 10- Introduction- Author, Text, Text reading ( Grammar, Translation and
Explanation), Poetic excellence, plot, Timing of Action.
Para 11 to 15- Text reading (Grammar, Translation and Explanation), Poetic
excellence, plot, Timing of Action. Society, language and style of Dandin.
Exposition of saying “dandinah padalalityam”, Kavirdandi Kavirdandina
Samsayah.

Section lll : Sataparvika (Abhiraja Rajendra Mishra)(Lectures 15)

Introduction-Author -Text-Significance of the title, Discussion on characters
(Ramlal Rama etc) Role of Saubhagyavati.
Section lV :Vasavadatta – Kandarpaketu-Vasavadattasamvada(Lectures 15)
Recommended Books/Readings:
1. Prahlad Kumar, Sukanaso Padesa, Meharchand Laksmandas, Delhi
2. Surendradeva, Visrutacaritam, (Sahitya Bhandar Meerut)
3. A.B. Keith: History of Sanskrit Literature, also Hondi translation, MLBD, Delhi
4. M. Krishnamachariar: History of Classical Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi
5. GaurinathShastri: A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
6. Maurice Winternitz: Ancient Indian Literature (Vol. l-lll), also Hindi Translation,
7. MLBD, Delhi.
8. Prabhat Chandra Sarma, Kadambari, Translated into Assamese, ABILAC,
9. Guwahati, Assam, 2000.

SAN 4204M : Classical Sanskrit Literature (Drama)

Classes: 60 Credits :4

(A) Prescribed Course

Section l Svapnavasavadattam- Bhasa Act l & Vl
Section ll Abhijnanasakuntalam- Kalidasa Act l & lV
Section lll Mudraraksasam- Visakhadattam Act l & ll
Section lV Sardulasatakam- Virendrakumar Bhattacharya Act l & ll
(B) Course Objectives
This course aims to acquaint students with the four famous dramas of classical
and modern Sanskrit literature, which represent four stages in the growth and
development of Sanskrit drama.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this unit students will be able to group the literary styles of
various Sanskrit poets. It also helps to correlate various ideas any concept of Sanskrit
literature with many of the world phenomena.
(D) Section- Wise Division
Section I : Svapnavāsavadattam– Bhāsa Act I & Act VI (Lectures 15)
Svapnavāsavadattam:Act I-Story, Meaning/Translation and Explanation. Unique
features of Bhāsa's style, Characterization, Importance of 1st and 6th Act,
Society, Norms of Marriage, Story of 'regains'. Bhāso hāsaḥ
Section II : Abhijānaśākuntalam– Kālidāsa Act I &Act IV (Lectures 15)
Abhijňānaśākuntalam : Act I- (a)
Introduction, Author, Explanation of terms like nāndī, prastāvanā, sūtradhāra,
naṭī, viṣkambhaka, vidūṣaka, kañcukī, Text Reading (Grammar, Translation,
Explanation), Poetic excellence, Plot, Timing of Action. Personification of nature,
Language of Kālidāsa, in Upamāalamkāra Purpose and design behind
Abhijñānaśākuntalam and other problems related to texts, popular saying about
Kālidāsa & Śākuntalam Abhijňānaśākuntalam Act IV- Text Reading (Grammar,
Translation, Explanation), Poetic excellence, Plot, Timing of Action.
Section III : Mudrārākṣasam -Act I & Act II(Lectures 15)
Mudrārākṣasam : Act I – (a) Introduction, Author, Purpose and design behind
Mudrārākṣasa.
Text Reading prescribed verses for translation and explanation- 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8,
9, 10, 11, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, 26, 27. (Grammar, Translation, Explanation),
Poetic excellence, Plot, Timing of Action. Mudrārākṣasam: Act II - prescribed
verses for translation and explanation- 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19,
22, and 23, Text Reading (Grammar, Translation, Explanation), Poetic excellence,
Plot, Timing of Action.
Section lV : Sardulasatakam- Virendrakumar BhattacharyaAct I & Act II
(Lectures 15)

Recommended Books/Readings:
1. C.R. Devadhar(ED.), Abhijnanasakuntalam, MLBD, Delhi.
2. M.R. Kale(Ed.), Abhijnanasakuntalam, MLBD, Delhi.
3. Gajendra Gadakar(Ed.), Bose, Ramendramohan, Abhijnanasakuntalam, Modern
Book Agency, 10 College, Square, Calcutta.
4. M.R. Kale(Ed.), Svapnavasavadattam, MLBD, Delhi.
5. M.R. Kale(Ed.), Mudraraksasam, MLBD, Delhi.
6. K.T. Telang(Ed.), Mudraraksasam, Nag Publishers, Delhi.
7. Minakshi Dalal, Conflict in Sanskrit Drama, Somaiya Publication pvt. Ltd.
8. Ratnamayi Dikshit, Women in Sanskrit Dramas, Meherchand Lachhman Das, Delhi.
9. A.B. Keith, Sanskrit Drama, Oxford University Press London, 1970.
10.Minakshi Dalal, Conflict in Sanskrit Drama, Somaiya Publication Pvt. Ltd.
11.G.K. Bhat, Sanskrit Drama, Karnataka University Press, Dharwar 1975
12.Henry W. Wells, Six Sanskrit Plays, Asia Publishing House, Bombay.

SAN 5104 M : Poetics and Literary Criticism

Classes: 60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Courses:

Section I Introduction to Sanskrit Poetics
Section II Forms of Kavya – Literature
Section III Shabda -shakti
Section IV Alamkara and Chanda

(B) Course Objectives:

The objectives of this course is to learn all elements of Sanskrit poetics including
the concepts of alamkara, rasa, riti, vakrokti, dhvani, aucitya etc. This course aims to
give an idea of the entire domain of Sanskrit poetics such as definition of poetry and
divisions, functions of word and meaning, theory of rasa and alamkara (figures of
speech). The objective of this course is to learn analyse the Sanskrit metre for which
will develop the capacity for creative writing and literary appreciation.
(C) Course Outcomes :
After going through this course students will be able
1. to grasp the Literary Merits and Demerits of Sanskrit writings.
2. to understand the importance of Literary Techniques Applied by the Ancient
Indian writers of Sanskrit.
3. to appreciate Indian knowledge system that evolved in the society Reflected
through various Sanskrit works.
4. to correlate various ideas and concepts of Sanskrit poetics with different fields
of modern knowledge system.
 5. to understand various functions of words viz. Abhidha, Lakshana and Vyanjana.
(D) Section - Wise Division
Section I : Introduction to Sanskrit Poetics (Lectures 15)
*Introduction to Poetics: Origin and development of Sanskrit poetics, its various
names - kriyakalpa, alamkarashastra , sahityashastra, saundaryashastra.
*Definition (laksana), objectives ( prayojana) and causes (hetu) of poetry. (according
to Kavyaprakasha).
Section II: Forms of Kavya – Literature (Lectures 15)
Forms of poetry: drishya, sravya, mishra (campu) (according to Sahityadarpan).
Mahakavya,khandakavya,gadya-kavya : katha, akhyayika (according to
Sahityadarpan)
Section III :Sabda-sakti (Lectures 15)
Power / Function of word and meaning (according to Sahityadarpan), abhidha,
(expraction /denotative meaning), lakshana (indication/ indicative meaning) and
vyanjana (suggestion /suggestive meaning).
Section IV : Alamkara and Chanda (Lectures 15)
Figures of speech -upama, ananvaya, rupaka, sandeha, bhrantiman, apahnuti,
utpreksha, tulyayogita, dipika, dristanta, atishayokti, nidarshana, vyatireka,
arthantaranyasha, vibhavana.
Chandas - anustup, arya, indravajra, upendravajra, drutavilambita upajati,
vasantatilaka, malini, mandakranta, shikharini, shardulavikridita, sragdhara,
bhujangaprayata, ruchira, totaka
Recommended Books /Readings
1. Chandomanjari of Gangadasa, Chaukhamba Surabharati Prakashan, Varanasi.
2. Deo Ashwani, The Metrical Organization of Classical Sanskrit Verse, (PDF). Journal of
Linguistics 43(01) : 63-114,doi.10.1017/s0022226706004452.
3. Dasgupta, S. N., A History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
4. Dwivedi, R. C, The Poetic Light, Motilal Banarsidas, Delhi.
5. Gaurainath, Shasri, A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi.
6. Kavyaprakasha of Mammatabhatta.
7. Kane, P. V., History of Sanskrit Poetics and its Hindi translation by Indrachandra
Shastri, Motilal Banarsidas, Delhi. of Sanskrit Poetics and its Hindi translation by
Indrachandra Shastri, Motilal Banarsidas, Delhi.
8. Kane, P. V., Sahityadarpan of vishwanath Kabiraj, MLBD.
9. Sahityadarpan of Vishwanath Kabiraj.
10.Shabda-sakti and Alamkara according to Sahityadarpan (Ch. II & X ), Vishwanath
Kabiraj.
SAN- 5204M :Indian Epigraphy, Paleography and Chronology
Classes60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Course:
Section I Epigraphy
Section II Paleography
Section III Study of SelectedInscription
Section IV Chronology
(B) Course Objectives:
The purpose of this course is to expose students with the epigraphical journey
in Sanskrit, the only source which directly reflects the society, politics, geography
and economy of the time. The course also seeks to help students to know the
different styles of Sanskrit writing.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this course students will be able
 To understand the epigraphical knowledgethe in Sanskrit which directly reflects the
society, politics etc. of that time.
 To gain knowledge about the different styles of Sanskrit writing.
 To understand the importance of Indian inscriptions in the reconstruction of Ancient
History and Culture.
(D) Section - Wise Division
SectionI: Epigraphy (Lectures 15)
Introduction to Epigraphy and Types of Inscriptions, Importance of Indian
Inscriptions in the reconstruction of Ancient Indian History and Culture, History of
Epigraphical Studies in India, History of Decipherment of Ancient Indian Scripts
(Contribution of Scholars in the field of epigraphy) : Fleet, Cunningham, Princep,
Buhler, Ojha, D. C. Sircar.
Section II : Paleography (Lectures 15)
Antiquity of the Art of Writing, Writing Materials, Inscribers and Library,
Introduction to Ancient Indian Scripts.

Section III : Study of Selected Inscription (Lectures 15)

Ashoka's Giranara Rock Edict-1
Girinara Inscription of Rudradaman
Dubi Copper Plates of Bhaskaravarman
Parbatiya Copper Plates of Vanamalavarmadeva
Section IV : Chronology (Lectures 15)
General Introduction to Ancient Indian Chronology, System of Dating the
Inscriptions (Chronograms)
Main Eras used in Inscriptions - Vikrama Era, Shaka Era and Gupta Era.
Recommended Books /Readings :
1. D. C. Sircar, Select Inscriptions (Vol. I), Calcutta, 1965.
2. Dani,Ahmad Hasan : Indian Paleography, Oxford, 1963.
3. Mukunda Madhava Sharma, Inscriptions of Ancient Assam, Gauhati University,
1978
4. Pillai, Swami Kannu & K. S. Ramchandran :Indian Chronology (Solar, Lnar and
Planetary), Ascian Educational Service, 2003.
5. Satyamurty, K. :Text Book of Indian Epigraphy, Lower Price Publication, Delhi,
1992.
 6. Sarma, Dr. Amita, Indian Epigraphy, Paleography and Chronology,
Chaukhamba Surabharati Prakashan, Varanasi,2021.
7. Sannyal, Sunita, Bordwa University

SAN 5304 M - Modern Sanskrit Literature

Classes – 60 Credit-4

(A) Prescribed Courses.

Section l Ketakikavyam

Section II Avinashi (Chapter 1, 2,3,4,5,6)

Section III Bhaskaracharitam.

Section IV Sanskrit Studies in Assam.

(B) Course Objectives :

This course aims to introduce the students with the Modern Sanskrit Literature
in different branches of Kavya. It also gives information to students about the modern
creative writing by Assamese Sanskrit Scholar. Again it also provides information
about the field of Sanskrit Studies in Assam through the ages.
(C) Course Outcomes :
After pursuing this course the students will be able
a. to get an idea on modern Sanskrit Kavyas.
b. to read a new branch of literature in Sanskrit in the form of Novel.
c. to be acquainted with the activities as well as the greatness of Kumar Bhaskar
Varma, the mighty King of ancient Kamarupa
d. to have an idea of Studies of Sanskrit in Assam through the ages.
(D) Section Wise Division :
Section I : Ketakikavyam (Lectures 10)
Introduction, author, subject matter of the kavya, source of the kavya, poetic
elements, explanations, grammatical notes and other significant aspects.
Section II : Avinashi (Lectures 15)
 Introduction, author, subject matter, type of the work, historical background,
characters, literary beauty, socio-cultural aspects andother important aspects.
Section III : Bhaskaracharitam (Lectures 20)
Introduction, author, subject matter, type of the work, historical importance,
poetic devices, explanations, grammatical notes and other remarkable points.
Section IV : Sanskrit Studies in Assam (Lectures 15)
Suggusted Books /Readings :
1.Ketaki of Acharya Manoranjan Shastri ,Dr Rajendra Nath Sarma,(Assamese
translation in prose), Bani Prakash Mandir, Guwahati 1
2.Dr Biswanarayan Shastri, Avinashi, Manjushree Prakashan, Guwahati.
3.Dr Narendra Nath Sharma, Avinashi, (Assamese Translation), Chandra Prakash,
Panbazar, Guwahati 1
4. Dr Dipak Kumar Sharma, Bhaskaracharitam, Publication Cell, Kumar Bhaskar
Varma Sanskrit & Ancient Studies University, Nalbari.
5. Dr Biswanarayan Shastri, Sanskrit Studies in Assam.
6.Dr Malini Goswami, Asomot Sanskrit Carccar Itihas, Publication Board, Assam.

SAN-6104 M : Art of Balanced Living

Classes60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Courses :

Section I Self Presentation
Section II Concentration
Section III Self Managemento
Section IV Refinement of Behaviour
(B) Course Objectives :
This course aims to provide the students to be acquainted with the theories of art of
living inherent in Sanskrit literature and to apply them to live a better life. This
course also intends to make students to work on human resource management for
giving better results. Again, with the help of this course students will acquire
 knowledge about the important steps for Self concentration, the importance of
protection of Nature, the spiritual way of Self management and so on.
(C) Course Outcomes :
After going through this course students will be able
 To grasp the psychological upgradation in acquiring the power of self control.
 To understand the importance of the practice self control and concentration in one's
life.
(D) Section - Wise Division
Section I: Self Presentation (Lectures 15)
* Method of Self - presentation : Hearing(shravana), Reflection (manana) and
Meditation (nididhyasana).
* Brihadaranyakopanisad, 2.4.5(with Sankarabhasya).
Section II : Concentration (Lectures 15)
*Concept of Yoga : (Yogasutra, 1.2).
*Restriction of fluctuations by practice (abhyasa) and passionlessness (vairagya) :
(Yogasutra, 1.12-16).
*Astangayoga(Yogasutra, 2.29,30,32,46,49,50;3.1-4).
*Four distinct means of mental purity(cittaprasadana). leadings to oneness(
Yogasutra, 1.33).
*Concentration (Gita I.1,45; II.3, 6,41, 52,59, 64,66, 67; III.36-39;IV. 5,16,38,39,
42;VI. 36; VXII. 14-19).
Section III : Self Management (Lectures 15)
*Surrender of ego.
*Abandoning frivolous debates.
*Acquisition of moral qualities.
(Gita, II.7, 47; IV. 11; VII. 21; VIII. 7; IX 26; XI. 55; XII. 11,13-19).
Section IV : Refinement of Behavior (Lectures 15)
*Methods of Improving Behavior : Jnana-yoga, Dhyana - yoga, Karma-yoga and
Bhakti-yoga.
 *Karma : A natural impulse, essentials for life journey, co-ordination of the world,
an idea duty and a metaphysical dictate (Gita, IIII. 5,8,10-16,20&21).
Recommended Books /Readings
1. Dashopanisad, Motilal Banarsidass.
2. Maharshi Kapila, Patanjala Darshana of The system of Yoga Philosophy, with
the commentary of Vyasa and Gloss of Vachaspati Mishra, Ed. and Published
by Pandit Jibananda Vidyasagara, Superintendent Free Sanskrit College, 3rd
edn. Calcutta, 1940.
3. Shrimadbhagavadgita, English Translation by Jaydayal Gyandka Tattavivecini,
Gita Press, Gorakhpur, 1997.
4. Yogasutra of Patanjali, Delhi.

SAN- 6204 M : Environmental Awareness in Sanskrit Literature

Classes60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses :
Section I Environmental Issues andImportance of Sanskrit Literature
Section II Environmental Awarenessin Vedic Literature
Section III Environmental in Epics and Puranas
Section IV Environmental in Later Sanskrit Literature
(B) Course Objectives :
The National Culture of every country depends on its environment, climatic
conditions and human behavior with natural resources. Sanskrit is the vehicle of
civilization and culture of India. Nature oriented eco-friendly thoughts of Sanskrit
Literature have been serving the human race from the time immemorial. Religion
was probably used in ancient India as a tool to protect nature and natural resources.
Therefore, the Sanskrit literature is of great utility to us and to the world
environment at large. The aim of this course is to make the students acquainted
with the basic concept of Indian Science of Environment and salient features of
environmental awareness as reflected in Vedic and Classical Sanskrit literature.
 (C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this course students will be able
 to know the basic concept of Indian Science of Environment and salient features of
environmental awareness as reflected in Vedic and Classical Sanskrit literature.
 to know Indian Ethos regarding the balance between Nature and the human world
as reflected through various Sanskrit works.
(D) Section - Wise Division
Section I : Environmental Issues and Importance of Sanskrit Literature(Lectures 15)
*Modern Environmental Perspective and Sanskrit Literature: Moder Challenges and
Crises of Environment, Global warming, Climate change, Ozone depletion,
Explosively increase in Pollution, Decrease in underground water label River
pollution, Deforestation in large scale. Natural calamities such as flood, drought and
earthquakes Environmental Background Sanskrit Literature :Importance of Sanskrit
Literature from the view point of Science of environment concept of 'Mother Earth'
and worship of Rivers in Vedic literature ; Brief survey of Science of Environment :
Definition, Scope and Modern Crises : Role of Environment in human civilization
;Meaning and definitions of The Environment ;Various name for Science of
Environment 'Ecology', 'Paryavarana', 'Prakriti Vijnana' ;Main components of
Environment : living organisms ( Jaiva Jagat) and non - living materials (Bhoutika
Padartha), Elementary factor of Environment Physical elements, Biological elements
and Cultural elements, Environmental issues such as protection and preservation
ofmother nature, planting trees in forests, and eater preservation techniques as
ropounded in the Sanskrit Literature. Buddhist and Jaina concets of ecology,
protection of trees, love for animals and birds.
Section II :Environmental Awareness in Vedic Literature(Lectures 15)
Environmental issues and Eco-system in vedic Literature Divinity to Nature, Co -
ordination between all natural powers of universe, Cosmic order 'Rta' as the guiding
force for environment of whole universe (Rgveda, 10.85.1); Equivalent words for
Environment in Atharvaveda:'Vritavrita' (12.2.52),'Abhivarah,'(1.32.4), 'Avritah'
(10.1.30),'Parivrita'(10.8.31); five basic elements of universe covered by
environment : Earth, Water, Light, Air, and Ether,. (Aitareya Upanishad 3.3); Three
constint elements of environment known as 'Chandansi' :Jala (water), Vayu (air), and
Osadhi (plants) (Atharvaveda, 18.1.17); Natural sources of water in five forms; rain
water(Divyah), natural spring (Sravanti), wells and conals (Khanitrimah), lakes
(Svayamjah) andrivers ( Samudrarthah) Rigveda, 7.49.21). Environment
Preservation in Vedic Literature : Five elementry sources of environment
preservation : parvat(mountain). Some (water), Vayu (air), Parjanya (rain) and Agni
(fire) (Atharvaveda, 3.21.10); Environment Protection from Sun (Rigveda,
2.191.1.16, Atharvaveda, 2.32.1-6, Yajurveda, 4.4.10.6); Congenial atmosphere for
the life created by the Union of herbs and plants with sun rays (Atharvaveda,
5.28.5); Vedic concept of Ozonelayer Mahat ulb (Rigveda, 10.51.1; Atharvaveda,
4.2.8); Importance of plants and animals for preservation of global ecosystem
;(Yajurveda, 13.37); Eco friendly environmental organism in Upanishads
(Brihadaranyaka Upanisahad, 3.9.28,Taittiriya Upanishad, 5.101, Iso - Upanishad,
1.1)
Section III : Environmental Awareness in Epics and Puranas(Lectures 15)
Environmental Awareness and water management : Various types of water canels
'Kulya' for irrigation : canal originated from river 'Nadimatri mukha kulya', canal
originated from nearbv mountain 'Parvataparsva vartini kulya', canal originated
from pond, 'Hrdasrta kulya', Preservation of water recources 'Vapi - kupa- tadaka' (
Rmayana,2.80.10-11;Agnipurana, 209-2;v)
Environmental Awareness in the Mahabharat, Environment Awareness and Tree
plantation : Planting of Trees in Puranas as a pious activity (Matsya Purana,
59.153.512; Varaha Purana 172. 39).
Section IV : Environmental Awareness in Later Sanskrit Literature(Lectures 15)
 Plantation of new trees and preservation of old trees as royal duty of king
(Arthasastra, 2.1.20; Punishments for destroying trees and plants (Arthasastra,
3.19),water Harvesting system in Arthasastra (2.1.20-21); Plantation of trees for
recharging under ground water (Brihatsamhita, 54.119),Underground water
Hydrology in Brihatsamhita (Dakargaiadhyaya, Chapter-54); Various medicinal trees
to be planted in foresty by king (Sukraniti, 4.58-62); Universal Environmental issues
in Literature of Kalidasa : Eight elements of Environment and concept of Astamurti
Shiva (Abhijnanasakuntalam 1.1) ; Preservation of forest, water resources, natural
resources ; protection of animals, birds and plant in Kalidasa's works, Environmental
awareness in Abhijnanasakuntalam Drama, Eco - system of Indian monsoon in
Meghdoot, Seasonal weather conditions of Indian sub continent in Ritusamhara,
Himalayan ecology in Kumarasambha. Oceanography in Raghuvamsa(canto-13).
Recommended Books /Readings :
1. Arthashastra of Kautilya __ (ed) Kangale, R. P., Delhi, Motilal Banarasidas.
2. Atharvaveda Samhita (2 Vols) - (Trans.) R. T. H. Griffth, Banaras., 1968.
3. Abhijnanasakuntalam of Kalidas.
4. Kumarasambham of Kalidas.
5. Raghuvamsam of Kalidas.
6. Ritusamhara of Kalidas.
7. Ramayana ofValmiki(3 Vols ) - (Eng. Tr.) H. P. Shastri, London, 1952-59.
8. Mahabharat of Vyasa, Gita press, Gorakhpur.
9. Rigveda Samhita (6 Vols) - (Eng. Tr.) H. H. Wilson, Bangalore, 1946.
10.Das Gupta, SP- Environmental Issues for the 21st Century, Amittal Publications, New
Delhi, 2003.
11.Dwivedi, OP, Tiwari BH- Environmental Crisis and Hindu Religion, Gitanjali Publishing
House, New Delhi, 1987.
12.Dwivedi, OP, - The Essence of the Vedas, Visva Bharati Reseaech Institute, Gyanpur,
Varanasi, 1990.
13.Joshi, PC, Namita J- A Textbook of Environmental Science, A. P. H. Publishing
Corporation, New Delhi, 2009.
14.Trivedi, PR-Environmental Pollution and Control, A. P. H. Publishing Corporation,
New Delhi, 2004.
15.Renugadevi.R.-Environmental Ethics in the Hindu Vedas and Puranas in India.
(article) African.
16.Biswas, Mukta, Environmental Awareness in the age of the Mahabharat and its
relevance to 21st Century, Surabharati, Vol - II, Annual Research Journal of GU.
2010.

SAN- 6304M Vedic Literature

Classes60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Course:
Section I Samhita
Section II Brahmana & Aranyaka
Section III Vedic Grammar
Section IV Mundakopanisad
(B) Course Objectives :
This course aims to introduce various types of vedic texts. Students will also be able
to read the Mundakopanisad, where primary Vedanta-view is propounded. It will
also give an idea of Vedic grammar.
(C) Course Outcomes :
After going through this course students will be able
 to grasp the concept of Vedic Gods an d Goddesses.
 to understand the importance of the balanced way of Life and its inner Philosophies
that kept our Ancestors happy and healthy.
 to gain knowledge about the Rites and Rituals connected to various Gods of Vedic
Pantheon.
(D) Section - Wise Division:
Section I : Samhita (Lectures 20)
Rigveda- Agni-1.1;Usas-3.61; Aksa-10.34; Hiranyagarbha - 10.121;
Nasadiya- 10.129.
Yajurveda- Shivasamkalpa-34.1-6.
Atharvaveda-Bhumisukta-12.1-12.
Section II : Brahmana & Aranyaka (Lectures 15)
Satapatha Brahmana (Manumatsyakatha 2.8.1- 10.
Taittiriya Aranyaka (Pancamahayajna 2.10.
Kenopanisad
Section IIIVedic Grammar (Lectures 15)
Declension ; Conjugation ;Subjunctives ; Vedic Upasargas,Vedic Infinitives ;Vedic
Accent and Padapatha.
Section IV Mundakopanisad (Lectures 10)
Mundakopanisad- 1.1 to 2.1
Mundakopanisad - 1. 2 to 3.2
Recommended Books / Readings :
1. Atharvaveda (Shaunaka: (Ed.) Vishva Bandhu, VVRI, Hoshiharpur.
2. Riksuktavali, H. D. Velankar, Vaidika Sanshodhana Mandala, Pune.
3. Riksuktavaijayanti,H.D.Velankar,Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bombay.
4. Rigveda,Vaidic Sanshodhana Mandal, Vol. I-V, Poona.
5. Shatapatha Brahmana, (Ed.) Ganga Prasad Upadhyaya, SLBSRS Vidyapeeth,
Delhi.
6. Shuklayajurveda-Samhita,(Vajasaneyi-Madhyandina). (Ed.) Jagadush Lal
Shastri,MLBD,Delhi.
7. The Taittiriya Aranyaka, with the commen tary of Bhattabhaskara Misra and
English Introduction, T. N. Dharmadhikari, 3Vols,MLBD, Delhi, 1985.

SAN- 7104M : Sanskrit Grammar

Classes60 Credits: 4
 (A) Prescribed Course:
Section I General Introduction Vyakarana, Shivasutra, Paribhasa
Section II Natvavidhi, Satvavidhi & Sandhi
Section III Declension, Conjugation and roots, Kritpratyaya and
Taddhit Pratyaya
Section IV Karaka Prakaranam, Samasa Prakaranam
(B) Course Objectives:
This course aims to acquaint the students with general Sanskrit Grammar. It also
aims at teaching the rules of Paninian Grammar in different aspects.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this course students will be able
 to gain knowledge of basic concepts of Sanskrit Grammar.
 to understand the importance of Sanskrit Grammar in case of linguistics study.
 to appreciate the technique of forming Sanskrit words and the basic technique of
translation studies.
(D) Section - Wise Division
SectionI : Schools of Sanskrit Grammer (Lectures 20)
Mahesvarasutras,, pratyahara, pratyaya, vibhakti, dhatu, ac, hal, it, prayatna,
agama, adesa, avyaya, pratipadika, guna, vriddhi, samprasarana, samhita,
ayogavahavarna, prakriti, nipat, upasarga, upadha, ti, Vibhasa, Rules of Sandhi
(Svara - Sandhi).
Section II : Rules of Natvavidhi & Satvavidhi (Lectures 10)
SectionIII : Declension, Conjugation and roots, Kritpratyaya and Taddhit
Pratyaya (Lectures 15)
*Declension of noun & pronouns,
*Declension of svaranta pulinga, strilinga, napumsakalinga,
*Vyanjananta pulinga, strilinga, napumsakalinga,
*Pronouns, Numerical words, Conjugation of roots.
Section IV :Karaka Prakaranam, Samasa Prakaranam(Lectures 15)
* Karaka Prakaranam,
* Samasa Prakaranam'
* Voice (karta, karma and vhava
Recommended Books /Readings
1. Apte, V. S, The Students'Guide to Sanskrit Composition, Chowkhamba Sanskrit.
2. Basu, S. C., Vaiyakarana Siddhanta Kaumudi (Vols. I&II). Composition,
Chowkhamba Sanskrit.
3. Dvivedi, Dr. Kapildev, Sanskrit Vyakaranam Laghusiddhanta Kaumudi,
Visvavidyalayprakashan, Varanasi.
4. Kale, M. R. - Higher Sanskrit Grammer, MLBD, Delhi (Hindi Translation also
available.
5. Kanshiram - Laghusiddhantakaumudi (Vol. 1),MLBD,Delhi.
a. Samagra Vyakarana Kaumudi, Dev Sahitya Kutir Private Limited, Kolkata.

SAN- 7204M: Indian Philosophy

Classes60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Course :

Section I Essentials of Indian Philosophy
Section II Ontology (Based on Tarkasamgraha)
Section III Epistemology ( Based on Tarkasamgraha)
Section IV Samkhyakarika of Iswarakrishna
(B) Course Objectives:
This course aims to provide an idea of important principles of the Samkhya,
Nyaya and Vaishesika Philosophy through the Samkhyakarika and Tarkasamgraha
and to enable students to understood Indian Philosophical textsin Sanskrit.
(C) Course Outcomes :
After going through this course students will be able
 to understand the basic ideas and concepts of Indian Philosophy .
 to grasp the psychological base connected to Indian Philosophical thoughts and
ideas.
 to appreciate Indian knowledge system that evolved in the society reflected through
various Sanskrit books.
 to correlate various ideas and concepts of Indian Philosophy with many of the
western thought.
(C) Section - Wise Division :
Section I : Essentials of Indian Philosophy (Lectures 15)
Meaning and purpose of Darshana, General Classification of Philosophical schools
in Indian Philosophy; Realism (Yatharthavada or Vastuvada) and Idealism
(Pratyayavada), Monism (Ekattvavada), Dualism (Dvaitavada), Naturalism
(Svabhavavada), Doctrine of real transformation (Parinamvada), Doct
Doctrine of illusory transformation (Vivartsvada) Doctrine of non - pre - existance
of effect in cause (Asatkaryavada and Arambhavada).
Section II: Ontology (Based on Tarkasamgraha) (Lectures 15)
Concept of padartha, three dharmas of padarthas, definition of Dravyas,Definitions
of first seven dravyas and their examination; Atma and its qualities, manas;
Qualities (other than the qualities of the atman) ; Fuve types of Karma.
Section III : Epistemology ( Based on Tarkasamgraha) (Lectures 15)
Buddhi (jnana) - nature of jnana in Nyaya Vaishesika; smriti - anubhava; yatharth
and ayathartha, Karana and kaarana, definitions and types of prama, Pratyaksa,
Anumana including hetvabhasa, Upamana and Shabda pramana, Types of
ayathartha anubhava.
Section IV : Samkhyakarika of Iswarakrshna ( 20 karikas) (Lectures 15)
Panchavishatitattvas(Vyakta, Avyakta and Jnah) proofs for the existence of Prakriti,
proofs for the existence of Purusa, Pluralism(Bahuttvavada), Doctrine of pre-
existance of effect etc.
 Recommended Books /Readings :
1. Tarkasamgrah of Annambhatta (With Dipika & Nyayabodhini commentary), (Ed. &
Tr.) Athalye & Bodas, Mumbai.
2. Tarkasamgrah of Annambhatta (With Dipika & Nyayabodhini commentary), (Ed. &
Tr.) Virupakshananda, Sri Ramakrishna Nath, Madras.
3. Tarkasamgrah of Annambhatta (With Dipika & Nyayabodhini commentary).
4. Tarkasamgrah of Annambhatta, Narendra Kumar, Hansa Prakashan, Jaipur.
5. Samkhyakarika of Iswarakrshna (Gaudapadabhasya)
6. Chatterjee, S. C. & D. M. Datta-An Introduction to Philosophy, Calcutta University,
Calcutta.
7. Chatterjee, S. C., The Nyaya Theory ofKnowledge, Calcutta.
8. Hiriyanna, M, Outline of Indian Philosophy, London.
9. Radhakrishnn, S, Indian Philosophy, Oxford University Press, Delhi.
10.Sarma. R. N., The Epistemology of the Prabhakara school of Purva mimansa, Sri
Stguru Publication, New Delhi, 1990.

SAN-8104 M: Paninian Grammar

Classes60 Credits: 4

(A) Prescribed Courses:

Section I SiddhantakaumudiSamjna Prakarana
Section II Siddhantakaumudi Karaka prakarana
Section III Siddhantakaumudi Samasa Prakarana
Section IV Viva-voce
(B) Course Objectives:
This course aims to introduce the students about the grammar of Panini on the
topics mentioned here. It will also give knowledge of the source of Sanskrit
Language and it's linguistic features.
 (C) Course Outcomes:
After pursuing this course the students will be able
 to be acquainted with the rules of Panini's Astadhyayi through the light of
Siddhantakaumudi.
 to get knowledge of the linguistic features of the Sanskrit along with it's source and
development in course of time.
(D) Section Wise Division:
Section I : Siddhantakaumudi, Samjna Prakarana. (Lectures 15)
Introduction, author,Definitions according to Siddhantakaumudi Samjna Prakarana.
Section II : Siddhantakaumudi Karaka prakarana. (Lectures 15)
Text, Explanations, Analysis according to Siddhantakaumudi Karaka prakarana.
Section III : SiddhntaKaumudi, Samasa Prakarana (Lectures 15)
Text, Explanations, Analysis according to Siddhantakaumudi Samasa Prakarana
Section IV :Viva-voce (Lectures 15)

Recommended Books / Readings :

1. Vaiyakaranasiddhantakaumudi with Bala Manorama Tattvabodhini Commentaries,
Vols - I - -III, Chowkhamba Sanskrit Literature Series, Varanasi.
2. Vaiyakaranasiddhantakaumudi of Bhattoji Dikshita, Vols I - III, S. C Basu(Ed & Trans)
MLBD, Delhi 2003.
3. Vaikaranasiddhantakaumudi of Bhattoji Dikshita with Bala Manorama and Dipika
Commentary, Gopal Datta Pande (ed), Chaukhamba Surabharati Prakashan
Varanasi-:1986.

SAN-8204 M : History of Sanskrit Scientific Literature

Classes60 Credits: 4
(A) Prescribed Courses
Section I Indian Medical Science (Ayurveda)
 Section II Astronomy, Astrology and Mathematics
Section III Botanical Studies (Vrikshayurveda)
Section IV Indian system of Architecture (Vastusastra)
(B) Course Objectives:
This course aims to introduce students about the various aspects of scientific
literature scattered in Sanskrit language. Students will be able to gain the root of
modern science in Sanskrit Literature and it will make the students enable to enter
into the field of Indian Knowledge System.
(C) Course Outcomes:
After going through this course the students will be able to
 have an idea of the vast treasure of Sanskrit Scientific literaure.
 to be acquainted with the different aspects of Indian knowledge system reflected in
various Sanskrit Works.
 to find the source of scientific thought
 to be familiar with the ancient Indian works which will be helpful to correlate with
modern views.
(D) Section Wise Division:
Section I : Indian Medical Science (Ayurveda) (Lectures 12)
Introduction, divine origin of Ayurveda, divisions of the Ayurveda, origin and
development of the Ayurveda.
Section II : Astronomy, Astrology and Mathematics. (Lectures 17)
Introduction, origin and development of the Ancient Indian Astronomy, Astrology
and Mathematics.
Section III : Botanical Studies (Vrikshayurveda) (Lectures 16)
Section IV : Indian system of Architecture (Vastusastra) (Lectures 15)
Introduction, important works on Vastusastra, significance of Vastusastra during the
time of modern life.
Recommended Books / Readings:
1. Priyadaranjan Ray and S. N. Sen (Ed) The Cultural Heritage of India, Vol VI, The
Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture, Kolkata 700029.
2. M.Winternitz,History of Indian Literature (Vol-III, Part II)
3. Gaurinath Shastri, A Concise History of Sanskrit Literature, MLBD, Delhi
4. V. Subrahmanya Shastri, Brihatsamhita, MLBD, Delhi.
5. Srivastava,Dr. A. K., The History of Indian Architecture, 2022
6. Dr. Thaneswar Sarmah, Sanskrit Sahityar Itivritta, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati I