B.Sc Second Year
Sanskrit
Model Paper
Section A
I. Answer any five of the following:
1. Define Sanskrit language.
2. What are the four vedas?
3. Name the three main epics of Sanskrit literature.
4. Who is considered the author of the Rigveda?
5. What is the meaning of the word "Sanskrit"?
6. Mention two famous Sanskrit plays.
7. Who is Kalidasa, and for what is he widely recognized?
II. Translate the following passage into English:
दुर्योधनः - अर्जुन कथं त्वां पर्यस्त्रं मनसा वीक्षे। यदृच्छया ह वै त्वामवेक्षमाणोऽसि मया द्रष्टुमर्होऽसि।
III. Fill in the blanks with the correct Sanskrit words:
1. The word for "cow" in Sanskrit is _______ .
2. The word for "fire" in Sanskrit is _______ .
3. The word for "love" in Sanskrit is _______ .
4. The word for "water" in Sanskrit is _______ .
5. The word for "earth" in Sanskrit is _______ .
Section B
IV. Answer any two of the following:
1. Discuss the major linguistic features of Sanskrit.
2. Describe the concept of "rasa" in Sanskrit literature and its significance.
3. Elaborate on the importance of the Upanishads in Indian philosophy and culture.
V. Write a short essay on one of the following topics:
1. The influence of Sanskrit on modern Indian languages.
2. The contributions of Sanskrit scholars to various fields of knowledge.
Note: All questions carry equal marks.