A unique example of global thinking in modern Sanskrit literature – “Patradootam”

Abstract

“Kshane kshane yannavatamupaiti tadev roopam umanlatayah1 – Shishupalavadham.
Sanskrit literature following this dictum has been continuously flowing since the Vedic era. Sanskrit literature is mostly accused of backwardness, even abusive words like dead language have started being used for it because Sanskrit is neglected by both its own people and outsiders and in the eyes of critics, Sanskrit writers are limited to a particular country or time. remains, but in the twentieth century a vast amount of Sarjana has emerged in Sanskrit.
While on one hand the modern litterateur is presenting ancient traditions in a new form, on the other hand he is choosing the most modern contemporary texts for his poetic creation. He is adopting the latest styles and modes of expression emerging in the idioms of poetry in the world. There is no hesitation in adopting the use of new words for new inventions and substances. There have been substantial changes in traditional verses, subjects and genres and modern Sanskrit literature is continuously moving towards new changes.