Department of Vyakarana

Overview

येनाक्षरसमाम्नायमधिगम्य महेश्वरात् ।
कृत्स्नं व्याकरणं प्रोक्तं तस्मै पाणिनये नमः ॥

Language is an essential communication tool that helps in conveying one’s thoughts to others. Grammar is the heart and soul of any language, and Samskrita Vyakarana is no exception.

The Department of Vyakarana at Karnataka Samskrit University, established in 2017, focuses on the study of Samskrit grammar, its philosophy, and practical applications. The curriculum integrates classical shastraic texts with modern domains such as Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Translation, and Machine Learning.

The department is distinguished by its faculty, who bring together traditional grammatical expertise and modern technical knowledge. The syllabus, aligned with the National Educational Policy (NEP), provides a balanced blend of classical and contemporary approaches, including Samskrit communication, programming, and linguistic analysis.

Students are actively encouraged to participate in Vakyarthasadas, competitions, and interdisciplinary research initiatives. The department also promotes collaborative projects where students can gain practical exposure and even earn through research participation.

Unique initiatives such as Gurukula Svadhyaya and the Shastrabhyasa Series foster deep engagement with traditional Shastra studies. Additionally, the PG Diploma in Samskrit Computational Linguistics equips students with the skills to apply Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) using modern technology.

Projects/ Programs by the Department

  • Pythonskrit
  • Vakya Samrachana Varga (Short term Course)
  • Science of Natya
  • International Seminar on Applications of Panini

Objectives

  • Learn Shabdabodha principles
  • Analyze language using Paninian grammar
  • Explore IKS relevance
  • Multi-disciplinary research training

Programs Offered

BA in Shastra

MA in Vyakarana

PG Diploma in Computational Linguistics

Syllabus

Faculty

Prof Shivani V

Professor, Head of Department & Dean (Shastra Faculty)

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Dr Anupama B

Assistant Professor

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Dr Archana Karanth

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Dr K S Krishnacharya

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Dr Naveen

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Sagar Bera

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