About Department
To emerge as a centre of excellence in the studies of Sanskrit with focus on innovative teaching, research and extension activities for building a creative, enlightened and productive society.
Vision
A leading platform for enriching moral values and promoting Indian Culture with Sanskrit Literature. Adhyapaka Kashinath Dash spearheaded the teaching of Sanskrit at Ravenshaw College after his Master’s degree in the year 1907 from Calcutta University. Later eminent scholars like Artaballabha Mohanty, Laxmikanta Choudhury and Karunakar Kar joined the Department. Subsequently the department came to offer courses in Sanskrit and Odia in the year 1929. In 1938 Kunja Bihari Tripathi joined the department and could lead it to the heights of glory and excellence in teaching and research both in Sanskrit and Odia.
Mission
- To take Sanskrit learning beyond classroom, inculcate problem-solving skills and sensitiveness among students for rational decision making.
- To create and disseminate knowledge in Sanskrit through interdisciplinary research and creative enquiry for developing a dynamic, just and sustainable society.
- To proactively participate in linguistic policy designing through extension activities.
Courses Offered
| Serial No | Courses Offered | Number of Seats | Duration | Download Syllabus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M.A. in Sanskrit | 32 | 2years | |
| 2 | B.A. in Sanskrit | 32 | 3years |
Faculty
Dr. Subhashree Dash