Question

The term ’classical Sanskrit’ refers to the language. Its rules were codified by:

• A. Panini
• B. Sage Vashishth
• C. Ashvaghosa
• D. Bhasa

Hint:

Panini’s *Ashtadhyayi* is regarded as one of the earliest works in formal grammar, influencing modern linguistic studies.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Classical Sanskrit is the refined and standardized form of Sanskrit codified by Panini in the Ashtadhyayi. This work consists of nearly 4,000 grammatical sutras, establishing the foundational rules of syntax, morphology, and phonetics. Panini’s contribution ensured the language’s uniformity and played a critical role in its application across literature, science, and philosophy.