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The Present Condition of Sanskrit Studies in India (Classic Reprint): A Reply to Dr. A. A. Macdonell - Couverture souple

Bhandarkar, Shridhar Ramkrishna

 
9780282654573: The Present Condition of Sanskrit Studies in India (Classic Reprint): A Reply to Dr. A. A. Macdonell

Synopsis

The Present Condition of Sanskrit Studies in India: A Reply to Dr. A. A. Macdonell examines debates over Sanskrit education and research in India, challenging the views of a prominent Oxford professor. The book argues for greater attention to native scholarship, critical methods, and the realities of academic life under colonial governance.

Written in a clear, earnest voice, it surveys how Sanskrit is taught, studied, and valued in Indian universities, and it calls for more rigorous training, better curricula, and fair treatment of native scholars. The work combines sharp critique with historical examples to illuminate the challenges and possibilities for Sanskrit in India.


  • Critiques European and native approaches to Sanskrit study and teaching.

  • Highlights the role of native scholars and local collaborations in research.

  • Discusses examination practices, curriculum design, and the need for scientific methods.

  • Offers a practical perspective on academic culture during the colonial period.



Ideal for readers interested in the history of Sanskrit studies, colonial academia, and the development of Indian scholarly traditions.

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