NCERT has released a new Class 8 Sanskrit textbook, “Deepakam.” This book aims to change how Sanskrit is taught. It focuses on practical use and cultural importance. This aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the updated school curriculum framework (NCF-SE 2023).
This new textbook moves away from traditional teaching. It connects Sanskrit to real life. It also considers how students learn today.
A New Approach to an Ancient Language
“Deepakam” is more than just a textbook. It represents a deliberate shift in Sanskrit education. A key change is the move to project-based learning.
- Students explore Sanskrit through real-life situations.
- They engage in logical problem-solving.
- The focus is on thinking, not just memorization.
Picture-based learning is also part of the book. This provides visual cues for better understanding. Grammar exercises help identify learning gaps. These exercises are diagnostic, not mechanical.
The textbook includes modern topics. A chapter on ‘Digital India‘ shows how an old language can relate to the present. This makes Sanskrit more relevant. It reflects the language’s ongoing evolution.
Connecting with India’s Literary Past
The textbook respects Sanskrit’s origins. It includes poetic selections. These reflect human values, wisdom, and compassion. Students learn about texts like the Hitopadesha and Charaka Samhita. This offers insight into Indian philosophical and scientific thought.
Exercises are designed to be enjoyable. Colorful writing tasks and activities make learning Sanskrit less intimidating. They encourage curiosity.
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Availability
“Deepakam” is available for purchase. Students can find it on NCERT’s official website. It is also available on Amazon.in
NCERT balances preserving Sanskrit’s heritage with modern classroom needs. “Deepakam” is both an academic tool and a cultural connection. It helps reshape Indian education as per NEP 2020 goals.
