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World Sanskrit 2024 7 Lesser-known facts about the language

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English Words with Sanskrit Origins

Many English words, like mosquito and sugar, come from Sanskrit. Sir William Jones first connected Sanskrit with Greek and Latin in 1786.

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Sanskrit Village in Karnataka

In Mattur, Karnataka, everyone speaks Sanskrit, from shopkeepers to children. The village is also known for excellent education and low crime rates.

 

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Sanskrit as Uttarakhand’s Official Language

Uttarakhand made Sanskrit an official language to promote Vedic learning and connect ancient wisdom with modern science and policies.
 

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Sudharma: The Only Sanskrit Newspaper

Sudharma, published since 1970 in Mysore, Karnataka, is the world’s only Sanskrit daily, available in print and online.
 

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Sanskrit in Music Genres

Sanskrit features prominently in Carnatic and Hindustani classical music. It even influences Chinese pop music, as seen with Sa Dingding.

 

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Sanskrit's Vast Vocabulary

Sanskrit boasts a huge vocabulary, with over 100 synonyms for "elephant" and 96 words for "love," reflecting its linguistic richness.

 

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Sanskrit's Computer-Friendly Nature

Sanskrit’s clear structure makes it computer-friendly, influencing languages like FORTRAN. It also helps develop logic and analytical skills.

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