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 Sanskrit
is one of the most ancient languages. The Vedas are in this
languages. This language is also used in several epics and literary
works. Sanskrit is taught as second language in many schools and
colleges in India. However, since it is not a popular language for
communication, many students who learn it do not find opportunity to
make use of the language.
However, the Madras Sanskrit College is an exception. It attracts
students from various parts of the country. Many students of this
college have become well-known scholars of International repute. The
institution, which was founded by V. Krishnaswami Iyer in 1906
completed hundred years in 2006 and its centenary commemoration
function was held recently.
The function was presided over by M. Karpaga Vinayagam, Chief
Justice, Jharkhand High Court. Justice Karpaga Vinayagam said that
Sanskrit and Tamil are like two wheels of a chariot and two eyes of
a man; they are inseparable. Both Bhagawad Geetha and Thirukkural
instil human values in life, thereby making both the languages the
greatest among all languages.
 The
Chief Justice urged the youngsters to learn both the languages in
order to make a meaningful life.
Swami Gautamanandaji Maharaj, President, Sri Ramakrishna Mutt,
Chennai, who was the Chief Guest., in his keynote address said that
the college teaches English in addition to Sanskrit. Women education
and sports, rarely prevailing in such institutions are also offered
here, he said. According to him Sanskrit has an attraction to
everyone including Muslims and said that one such Muslim student
stood first in the University exam.
 During
the function, the commemoration volume was released by Justice
Karpaga Vinayagam. In addition, titles including Sahiti Vallabha,
Dharma Chintamani, Kavita Varshini and Vidya Varshini were awarded
to Dr. R. K. Sharma, former vice-chancellor, Sampoornanand Sanskrit
University, Varanasi; T. T. Rangaswami, philanthropist; Soundara
Kailasam, Tamil poet and scholar and Dr. Mrs. Y. G. Parthasarathy,
Dean and Director of PSBB group of schools.
Dr. R. K. Sharma in his commemoration address suggested the college
to introduce summer and crash courses in Sanskrit to familiarise the
learners with the unifying aspects of the language.
U. Bakialakshmi
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