Do you know these surprising facts about ancient Indian languages?

Sanskrit and Tamil are among the oldest languages in India. Discover some intriguing facts about these ancient tongues.

Sanskrit is over 3,000 years old and serves as the foundational language for ancient Indian texts such as the Vedas.
 

The language is renowned for its complex and systematic grammar, as detailed in Panini’s "Ashtadhyayi," a seminal work from the 4th century BCE.
 

Sanskrit has profoundly influenced many modern Indian languages, including Hindi, Bengali, and Marathi, and has had a notable impact on languages worldwide.
 

Tamil boasts a continuous literary tradition exceeding 2,000 years, with its ancient Sangam literature providing deep insights into early Tamil culture and society.

Tamil is a member of the Dravidian language family, which is distinct from the Indo-European languages like Sanskrit.
 

Tamil is actively spoken by millions in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and northern Sri Lanka, and holds official status in these regions.