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Literary Sources Ancient · UPSC CDS/OTA · Question 34 of 34

Literary Sources Ancient: Which text is considered the earliest systematic treatise on Sanskrit grammar?

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Which text is considered the earliest systematic treatise on Sanskrit grammar?

TopicLiterary Sources Ancient
Question Typemultiple choice
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Test Duration30 min

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Ashtadhyayi, written by Panini, is the earliest and most comprehensive treatise on Sanskrit grammar. It dates to around the 5th century BCE.

Final Answer: Option B - Ashtadhyayi
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