Separate Rajasthani Language Department at Rajasthan University From Next Session; Study Centres Also Planned in 11 Universities of the State
A separate Rajasthani language department will soon open at Rajasthan University (RU), Jaipur. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Bhagwati Prasad Saraswat made the announcement at a two-day international seminar on 'Folk Literature, Art and History of Rajasthan' organised by the university's Rajasthan Studies Centre. As per the report, the Vice-Chancellor said the Rajasthani language department will start from the next academic session. Preparations are also on to open Rajasthani language study centres in 11 universities of the state.
What Was Said at the Seminar
- Vice-Chancellor Prof. Saraswat announced that a separate Rajasthani language department will be opened soon.
- Chief guest Cabinet Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said that folk literature is a collection of the experiences of generations and continuous efforts are needed to preserve it.
- Centre director Deepika Vijayvargiya described Rajasthani as a language that keeps worldly and spiritual life alive.
Background
- The Governor had directed around three months ago to start the process immediately to open Rajasthani language study centres in 11 universities of Rajasthan.
- As per a report, a demand for a separate Rajasthani language department at Rajasthan University was also being raised at that time.
- The Vice-Chancellor said that Rajasthani language departments already exist in several universities.
What It Means for Students
- A new option will be available for those who want to study and research Rajasthani language, literature and folk culture.
- Keep checking Rajasthan University's website uniraj.ac.in for admission and course information.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where will the separate Rajasthani language department open?
At Rajasthan University (RU), Jaipur.
From when will it start?
As per the Vice-Chancellor, from the next academic session.
What will open in 11 universities?
Rajasthani language study centres, on the Governor's direction.
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