The Department of Sanskrit at LSR promotes the appreciation of this rich and scientific language, crucial to the understanding of several Indian cultural, philosophical and religious traditions. The thrust areas of the course are Vedic and Upanishadic lore, history of ancient Indian cultures, philosophy, Arthashastra and other areas of Indology.The faculty approaches the study of Sanskrit not merely as a language but as a subject that sensitizes students to its role as a repository of Indian culture, ethical values and Vedic mathematics. Faculty members also encourage fluency in speaking the language.
Mission:
The Mission of the Department is as Follows:
- To develop the ability to use the language effectively for the purpose of practical communication and to make them think and express ideas, sentiments in the language.
- To improve their reading and writing skill.
- To enhance their ability to communicate effectively and acquire the pronunciation of native speaker by means of spoken Punjabi.
- To strengthen student’s ability to analyze, interpret and evaluate all forms of literary expression.
Faculty of Sanskrit:-
- Dr. Aruna Shukla (Associate Professor)