Do you know these surprising facts about ancient Indian languages?
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Sanskrit and Tamil
Sanskrit and Tamil are among the oldest languages in India. Discover some intriguing facts about these ancient tongues.
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Sanskrit
Sanskrit is over 3,000 years old and serves as the foundational language for ancient Indian texts such as the Vedas.
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Ashtadhyayi
The language is renowned for its complex and systematic grammar, as detailed in Panini’s "Ashtadhyayi," a seminal work from the 4th century BCE.
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Sanskrit
Sanskrit has profoundly influenced many modern Indian languages, including Hindi, Bengali, and Marathi, and has had a notable impact on languages worldwide.
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Tamil
Tamil boasts a continuous literary tradition exceeding 2,000 years, with its ancient Sangam literature providing deep insights into early Tamil culture and society.
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Dravidian language family
Tamil is a member of the Dravidian language family, which is distinct from the Indo-European languages like Sanskrit.
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Languages in India
Tamil is actively spoken by millions in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and northern Sri Lanka, and holds official status in these regions.