All universities in India to offer certificate courses in spoken Sanskrit

As per a new proposal by the University of Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi, universities across the country must foster centres offering certificate courses in spoken Sanskrit.

The objective behind the introduction of this course is to inculcate basic knowledge related to the subject among students and teachers.

The course is also aimed at reviving the dying interest among students with regard to the subject. Lack of awareness about Sanskrit is thought to be one of the main reasons behind the diminishing curiosity.

The UGC also plans to edify the teachers and lecturers about the subject. Out of these teachers and lecturers who will run the Sanskrit pathashalas, conferences, workshops and research institutes will be benefitted by the UGC . The UGC will provide Rs 1 lakh each year to every centre.

UGC had initially sanctioned an amount of Rs 100 crore for the implementation of the scheme around two year ago. However, they are now contemplating increasing the amount to cover some more institutions. The duration of the course has been decided to be around 25 hours per month and no tuition fee shall be charged for the programme.

There should be a strength of minimum 30 students for the programme in each institution offering the course.

Reference:
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