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We feel great pleasure in placing this book Advanced Präkṛta Grammar' Part-I in the hands of readers. This book is an improved English translation of the first edition of the Hindi work Praudha Prākṛta Racană Saurabha' Part-1 published in 1999 by the Apabhraṁśa Sahitya Academy, Jaipur.
Prelude
It goes without saying that Prākṛta language is one of the richest Indo-Aryan languages. It is an ancient and sacred language of India.
It is of capital importance to note that Präākṛta is the language of the masses. Its vast literature in varied literary forms contributes to the dignity and excellence of the cultural heritage of Indian tradition. In consequence, the proper understanding of Prakṛta language and literature is indispensible for comprehending the development of Indian literature adequately.
Recognising the importance of Prākṛta language in the cultural history of India, the Managing Committee of the Digambara Jaina Atiśaya Kṣetra, Śri Mahāvīraji established Apabhraṁśa Sahitya Academy in 1988, which runs correspondence courses for teaching Prākṛta and Apabhraṁśa languages. The Academy has published books før the implementation of these courses. Such books as the Prākṛta Grammar and Composition (2006), the Prākṛta Exercise Book (2006) and the Präkṛta Prose and Verse Part-1 (2008) have been published for those desirous of
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