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2nd National Prakrit Grammar Workshop

द्वितीय राष्ट्रीय प्राकृत-व्याकरण कार्यशाला

We are organizing an intensive Ten-day workshop on Prākr̥ta Grammar based on Prākr̥ta Prakāśa, in collaboration with the Department of Philosophy, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur and Pandit Todarmal Smarak Trust, Jaipur. We are aiming to develop grammar and linguistic basics of Prākr̥ta Language. This will help to preserve Jaina Literature and as well as core of Indian traditional literature.

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Only 45 Seats are Available
Participants of the National Prakrit Workshop at Pt. Todarmal Smarak Trust, Jaipur
1st Annual Workshop
Gyantirth Shri Todarmal Smarak Bhavan · Jaipur
Duration
10 Days
Dates
21st June - 30th June, 2026
Location
Gyantirth Shri Todarmal Smarak Bhavan, Jaipur
4
Daily Sessions
45
Seats Available · 2026
5+
Faculty Members
2nd
Annual Workshop · 2026
About this Workshop

National Prākr̥ta Grammar Workshop Outline

The National Prākr̥ta Grammar workshop is prestigious initiative of Samyaka-jnāna pracāra-prasāra trust. This workshop is organizing in collaboration with Department of Philosophy, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur and Pandit Todarmal Smarak Trust, Jaipur.

After successful completion of 1st National Workshop we are moving towards 2nd National Workshop Purpose of this Workshop to reconnect Traditional Prākr̥ta Literature in Youth and young minds where everyone will learn basics to advance of Prākr̥ta grammar.

Prākr̥ta Language is one of the most ancient language of the world, Huge amount of Literature of Jaina, Bouddha had been written in Prākr̥ta and even 1st historical evidence of our nation's name has been found in Prākr̥ta inscription.

In this workshop students will be taught complete prākrta prakāśa written by Vararuchi which is the oldest known treatise on Prākr̥ta grammar. It offers a foundational, systematic analysis of the rules governing Prakrit, a Middle Indo-Aryan language used in early Indian literature and Jain texts. This workshop will go for 10 days and each day has 4 sessions by senior scholar who have expertise in Prākr̥ta grammar. On last day of workshop there will be exam and closing ceremony in which all pass participants will get verified corticate with grading.

End-to-End Learning

Structured and systematic study of Prākr̥ta prakāśa written by vararuchi

University Affiliation

This workshop is also affiliated with Department of Philosophy, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur

Certificate of completion

Participants will get verified and graded certificate after clearing exam.

Guidance of expert Faculty

You will be taught and mentor by expert and experienced Scholars.

Curriculum

What you will learn.

01

Introduction to Prākr̥ta Language & Grammar

प्राकृत भाषा एवं व्याकरण का परिचय
  • History of Prākr̥ta language and literature
  • Comprehensiveness of Prākr̥ta literature
  • Prākr̥ta and Jaina literature
  • Introduction to Prākr̥ta grammar
  • Basics- vowel and consonant
  • Compound letters and its formation
02

Basic to Advance of Prākr̥ta Grammar

प्राकृत व्याकरण सामान्य से विशेष
  • Vowel meaning
  • In depth Vowel transformation
  • In depth consonant transformation
  • Conjunct consonant transformation
  • Noun, Pronoun forms
  • Verbal substitution, Particles
03

Varies Prākr̥ta Language

विविध प्राकृत भाषाएं
  • Introduction to Śourasenī Prākr̥ta
  • Introduction to Paiśācī
  • Introduction to Māgadhī Prākr̥ta
Workshop Faculty

Learn directly from expert and experienced scholars.

Prof. Jagatram Bhattacharya
Prof. Jagatram Bhattacharya
प्रो. जगतराम भट्टाचार्य
Retired Senior Professor, Department of Sanskrit, Pali & Prakrit, Visva-Bharati University, Shantiniketan
Prof. Dharmachand Jain
Prof. Dharmachand Jain
प्रो. धर्मचंद जैन
Retired Senior Professor, Jodhpur University
Prof. Shriyansh Singhai
Prof. Shriyansh Singhai
प्रो. श्रियांश सिंघई
Retired Senior Professor & Former Head, Department of Jain Philosophy & Prakrit Studies, Central Sanskrit University, Jaipur
Prof. Sushma Singhvi
Prof. Sushma Singhvi
प्रो. सुषमा सिंघवी
Senior Professor, Department of Prakrit & Jain Philosophy, Ladnun
Pt. Swanubhav Jain Shastri
Pt. Swanubhav Jain Shastri
पं. स्वानुभव जैन शास्त्री
Guest Lecturer, Department of Philosophy, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur
Schedule for Workshop

Tentitive Schedule

08:15 – 09:45
उद्घाटन सभा
Inaugural Ceremony
10:00 – 11:30
प्राकृत भाषा का इतिहास
History of Prakrit Language
02:45 – 04:15
प्राकृत साहित्य की व्यापकता
Scope of Prakrit Literature
04:30 – 06:00
प्राकृत वर्णमाला का परिचय
Introduction to Prakrit Alphabet
08:15 – 09:45
स्वर के अर्थ करने की विधि एवं स्वर परिवर्तन (अधिकार-1)
Vowel meaning & transformations — Prakrit Prakash, Adhikar-1
10:00 – 11:30
स्वर परिवर्तन (अधिकार-1)
Vowel transformations — Adhikar-1
02:45 – 04:15
स्वर परिवर्तन (अधिकार-1)
Vowel transformations — Adhikar-1
04:30 – 06:00
अभ्यास कक्षा
Practice class
08:15 – 09:45
स्वर परिवर्तन (अधिकार-1)
Vowel transformations — Adhikar-1
10:00 – 11:30
संयुक्त व्यंजन परिवर्तन (अधिकार-3)
Conjunct consonant transformations — Adhikar-3
02:45 – 04:15
व्यंजन परिवर्तन (अधिकार-2)
Consonant transformations — Adhikar-2
04:30 – 06:00
अभ्यास कक्षा
Practice class
08:15 – 09:45
व्यंजन परिवर्तन (अधिकार-2)
Consonant transformations — Adhikar-2
10:00 – 11:30
व्यंजन परिवर्तन (अधिकार-2)
Consonant transformations — Adhikar-2
02:45 – 04:15
व्यंजन परिवर्तन (अधिकार-2)
Consonant transformations — Adhikar-2
04:30 – 06:00
संयुक्त व्यंजन परिवर्तन (अधिकार-3)
Conjunct consonant transformations — Adhikar-3
08:15 – 09:45
प्राकृत प्रकाश, अधिकार-4
Prakrit Prakash — Adhikar-4
10:00 – 11:30
संज्ञा शब्दरूप (अधिकार-5)
Noun forms — Adhikar-5
02:45 – 04:15
संज्ञा शब्दरूप (अधिकार-5)
Noun forms — Adhikar-5
04:30 – 06:00
संयुक्त व्यंजन परिवर्तन (अधिकार-3)
Conjunct consonant transformations — Adhikar-3
08:15 – 09:45
सर्वनाम शब्दरूप (अधिकार-6)
Pronoun forms — Adhikar-6
10:00 – 11:30
सर्वनाम शब्दरूप (अधिकार-6)
Pronoun forms — Adhikar-6
02:45 – 04:15
प्राकृत प्रकाश, अधिकार-4
Prakrit Prakash — Adhikar-4
04:30 – 06:00
संज्ञा शब्दरूप (अधिकार-5)
Noun forms — Adhikar-5
08:15 – 09:45
शौरसेनी प्राकृत भाषा (अधिकार-12)
Shauraseni Prakrit — Adhikar-12
10:00 – 11:30
प्राकृत प्रकाश, अधिकार-4
Prakrit Prakash — Adhikar-4
02:45 – 04:15
शौरसेनी + सर्वनाम शब्दरूप
Shauraseni & pronoun forms
04:30 – 06:00
संयुक्त व्यंजन परिवर्तन (अधिकार-3)
Conjunct consonant transformations — Adhikar-3
08:15 – 09:45
धात्वादेश (अधिकार-7)
Verbal substitution — Adhikar-7
10:00 – 11:30
पैशाची व मागधी प्राकृत भाषा (अधिकार-10,11)
Paishachi & Magadhi Prakrit — Adhikars 10, 11
02:45 – 04:15
धात्वादेश (अधिकार-8)
Verbal substitution — Adhikar-8
04:30 – 06:00
धात्वादेश (अधिकार-8)
Verbal substitution — Adhikar-8
08:15 – 09:45
धात्वादेश (अधिकार-7)
Verbal substitution — Adhikar-7
10:00 – 11:30
निपात, धात्वादेश (अधिकार-8)
Particles & verbal substitution — Adhikar-8
02:45 – 04:15
धात्वादेश (अधिकार-8)
Verbal substitution — Adhikar-8
04:30 – 06:00
धात्वादेश (अधिकार-8)
Verbal substitution — Adhikar-8
08:15 – 09:45
अभ्यास कक्षा
Revision class
10:00 – 11:30
अभ्यास कक्षा
Revision class
02:45 – 04:15
परीक्षा सत्र
Examination Session
07:00 – 09:00
समापन सत्र
Closing ceremony & certificate distribution
09:00 – 10:30
समापन सभा
Closing Ceremony & Certificate Distribution
Ceremony
From Past Participants

Voices from the workshop

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The clarity I gained in understanding Prakrit grammar was far beyond my expectations. The way concepts from Prakrit Prakash were explained made even complex topics feel accessible. This workshop truly changed my approach towards studying Jain texts.

Annie Jain
Annie Jain
Shastri
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Before attending this workshop, I had only a basic idea of Prakrit. But through the structured sessions and continuous practice, I developed the confidence to read and understand original texts. The guidance of learned scholars was invaluable.

Chirantan Jain
Chirantan Jain
Shastri Final Year Student
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The discipline and depth of teaching in this workshop are rare. Each session built upon the previous one, and the practice classes helped in actually applying the concepts. It was not just learning—it was a transformation in understanding.

Akinchan Pujari
Akinchan Pujari
Shastri Final Year Student
Frequently Asked

Common questions.

Limited residential accommodation may be arranged for selected outstation participants. Basic facilities along with meals will be provided during the workshop duration.

No. The workshop is offered free of cost for selected participants as part of the academic initiative of Samyakgyan Prachar-Prasar Trust to promote the study and preservation of Prakrit language and Jain knowledge traditions.

Basic familiarity is helpful but not mandatory. The workshop is designed to guide participants from foundational concepts to advanced understanding in a structured manner.

Yes. Participants who successfully complete the workshop will receive a certificate issued by the organizing institutions.

It is recommended to attend the full workshop, as the sessions are interconnected and progressively structured for better understanding.



Contact

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Application Process

Steps to join workshop.

01

Form Filling

Fill out the form attached to this page, fill your basic information.

02

Document Submission

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03

Confirmation for your seat

Once you complete filling form then our core team will review your form and we will send you confirmation mail.

04

Workshop Participation

Now you are eligible to join workshop, where you will build yourself as Prākr̥ta Linguist.

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2nd National Prakrit Grammar Workshop

द्वितीय राष्ट्रीय प्राकृत-व्याकरण कार्यशाला

An intensive Ten-day workshop on Prākr̥ta Grammar based on Prākr̥ta Prakāśa, in collaboration with the Department of Philosophy, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur and Pandit Todarmal Smarak Trust, Jaipur. We are aiming to develop grammar and linguistic basics of Prākr̥ta Language. This will help to preserve Jaina Literature and as well as core of Indian traditional literature.