B.A (Hons) Sanskrit – GI314 (Under Review) 

1.	Objectives 

a)	To provide opportunities to Diploma holders to deepen their knowledge of Sanskrit through a systematic exposure to primary texts and Commentaries thereon.

b)	To equip students with a sound knowledge of Sanskrit Poetics, Sanskrit Grammar, Sanskrit Literature and philosophical literature.

c)	To expose the students to different genres of Sanskrit Literature.

2.		General Entry Requirements

	In accordance with the University General Entry Requirements for admission 	to undergraduate degree programmes.

3.	Programme Requirement
	
	A Post “A” Level MGI Diploma in Sanskrit 
OR
	an equivalent qualification acceptable to the MGI.

4.	Programme Duration 

Normal 			Maximum
2 years				4 years
(4 Semesters)			(8 Semesters)

5.	Credit System

	The BA (Hons) Sanskrit programme is built up on a 3-year part time Diploma, 	which accounts for 60 credits.
	
	The Programme is structured on the credit system and is run on a semester 	basis.

	A semester is of a duration of 15 weeks (excluding examination period).

	A credit is a unit of measure, and the Programme is based on the following 	guidelines:

15 hours of lectures and/or tutorials:  1 credit

6.	Minimum Credits Required for the Award of the Degree:     
	108

	The MGI Diploma already accounts for 60 credits.

	For the award of the BA (Hons) Sanskrit, the student must obtain at least 108 	credits, including the 60 credits already earned at Diploma level.

             Distribution of Credits

Modules				No. of Credits

I.	Diploma					60
II.	Core						 36		
III.	Dissertation					   9
IV.	Electives – GEM (from UOM/MGI Lists)	   3
								
					TOTAL                     108   (60 +48)
	
7.	Assessment

	All modules will carry 100 marks and will be assessed as follows  unless 	otherwise specified:

	Written Examination of 2-hour duration at the end of  
every semester, carrying 70% of the total marks, and Continuous Assessment carrying 30% of the total marks, unless otherwise stated.

	Continuous Assessment will be based on assignment/s and should include at least one class test.

	A minimum of at least 30% should be attained in each of Continuous Assessment and Written Examination, with an overall total of 40% for a candidate to pass a module.

8.	Credit Distribution

I.	Diploma  (3 Years Part-time)

	Level I	-	9 + 9		=	18
	Level II	-	9 + 9		=	18
	Level III	-	9 + 9		=	18	=	54 +
	Project       		   		=	  6		 6  	
						
Total	=	60 

	B.A (2 Years Part-time)

	Level I	-	12 + 12	=	24
	Level II	-	 9 +    6	=	15	
	Dissertation				=	  9   	=	48
						  
Total   =       108 

9.	Programme Plan – BA (Hons) Sanskrit

Level I
Semester I

SKT 1120 (5)Veda

SKT 1130(5) Upanishad

SKT 1140(5) Grammar I

SKT 1150(5)
Epic Literature
	Hrs/Wk
L + P

3 + 0

3 + 0

3 + 0

3 + 0	Credits

3

3

3

3
	Level I
Semester II

SKT 1220(5) Prose

SKT 1230(5) 
Smriti Literature

SKT 1240(5)
Grammar II

GEM
MGI/UoM Elective	Hrs/Wk
L + P

3 + 0

3 + 0

3 + 0

3 + 0	Credits

3

3

3

3	

Level II
Semester I

SKT 2120(5)Poetry

SKT 2130(5)
Drama

SKT 2140(5)
Composition and 
Translation

 SKT 3000(5)
Dissertation
(with Research Methodology)	Hrs/Wk
L + P

3 + 0

3 + 0

3 + 0

-	Credits

3

3

3

-
	Level II
Semester II

SKT 2220 (5) 
Darshana

SKT 2230 (5)
Vedic Grammar 

SKT 3000 (5)
Dissertation

	Hrs/Wk
L + P

3 + 0

3 + 0

-	Credits

3

3

9	

10.	Outline Syllabus

Level 1 Semester I

SKT 1120 (5)VEDA
This module aims at an in-depth study of the Hymns of the Vedas; and a critical analysis of their philosophical implications.  Translation and explanation of text, with emphasis on the Aksha Sūkta, Nāsadíya Sūkta, Purusha Sūkta, Śiva-sankalpa Sūkta.

SKT 1130(5) UPANISHAD
This module consists of textual study of three of the main Upanishads, with emphasis on philosophical analysis.  Translation and explanation of text, with emphasis on Taittiríya Upanishad, Í¿āvāsya Upanishad, Kaţhopanishad.

SKT 1140(5) GRAMMAR I
This module aims at exposing the students to critical analysis and interpretation of the S£tras of P¡¸ini related to word-formation.  Explanation and application of rules, with emphasis on the Strí Pratyaya and the  Taddhita Prakaraņa.
	
SKT 1150(5) EPIC LITERATURE
This module consists of a critical study of selected portions of Epic Literature, with special reference to the Bh¡gavatam, the V¡lmiki R¡m¡yaºa and the Mah¡bh¡rata.  Translation and explanation of text to bring out their philosophical, social and spiritual purport.

Level 1 Semester II

SKT 1220(5) PROSE
This module aims at a critical study of Sanskrit  literature in prose with emphasis on literary criticism; translation and explanation of text, with special reference to Prabandha–Manjar¢; Udbhid PariÀada and  Da¿akum¡ra – caritam: P£rvap¢thik¡.

SKT 1230(5) SM¤ITI LITERATURE
This module consists of a detailed study of texts related to social conduct, ethics and Dharma with a comparative study of their relevance to the present day society; explanation and interpretation of text, with special reference to the  Yājñavalkya Smŗiti – (Dāyabhāga Prakaraņa ), the Vişņu Smŗiti and the Narada Smriti.

SKT 1240(5) GRAMMAR II
This module consists of a critical analysis and interpretation of the S£tras of P¡nini pertaining to parts of speech and passive voice; explanation and application of rules, with emphasis on the Kāraka Prakaraņa and Vācya

GEM - MGI/UOM ELECTIVE
One elective to be chosen from the MGI/UoM list.

Level II Semester I

SKT 2120(5) POETRY
This module aims at a critical study of Sanskrit literary texts in verse with particular attention to literary criticism.  Explanation and translation of text, with special reference to the Kumāra Sambhava , the  Buddha Caritam and the  S’is’upāla Vadham.

SKT 2130(5) DRAMA
This module will give the students the opportunity to study in details texts of Sanskrit Drama with particular attention to the characteristics of Sanskrit Drama   and their importance, translation and explanation of text and character analysis, with special reference to Prabodha Candrodaya and Pratima Nātaka.

SKT 2140(5) COMPOSITION AND TRANSLATION
The module aims at giving further training in composition in Sanskrit with emphasis on application of rules of grammar, syntax and k¡raka and in translation from Hindi or English into Sanskrit.

SKT 3000(5) DISSERTATION (WITH RESEARCH METHODOLOGY)

Level II Semester II

SKT 2220 (5) DARSHANA
This module aims at exposing the students to the traditional system of philosophical discussion in ancient India, with emphasis on explanation, analysis and interpretation of texts. Students will be expected to develop the ability to explain and interprete philosophical texts with special reference to Tarka Sangraha, the Vedānta Sāra and the Bhagavad Gita.

SKT 2230 (5) VEDIC GRAMMAR 
This module introduces the students to the grammatical rules as found in the Vedic Scriptures, and provides an opportunity to study the differences between Vedic Sanskrit and Classical Sanskrit.  The student will be able to explain, interprete and apply the Panini Sutras with special reference to Padapātha,  Svarānakana – vidhi, Leţ Lakāra, Vedic Svarit and Samāsa-svara

SKT 2240(5) DISSERTATION
Students will be required to write and submit a dissertation of about 8,000 words on a topic studied during this programme  in Sanskrit or Hindi or English under the guidance of a supervisor.