Sanskrit Wikipedia facts for kids
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Type of site
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Internet encyclopedia project |
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| Available in | Sanskrit |
| Owner | Wikimedia Foundation |
| Created by | Sanskrit wiki community |
| Commercial | Charitable |
| Registration | Optional |
| Launched | December 2003 |
| Current status | Online |
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Content license
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Creative Commons Attribution/ Share-Alike 3.0 (most text also dual-licensed under GFDL) Media licensing varies |
The Sanskrit Wikipedia (Sanskrit: संस्कृतविकिपीडिया), also called sawiki, is the version of Wikipedia written in the Sanskrit language. It started in December 2003. By July 2013, it had more than 9,000 articles. It is a free online encyclopedia where anyone can read and contribute information in Sanskrit.
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What is Wikipedia?
Wikipedia is a huge online encyclopedia that anyone can edit. It's like a giant collection of knowledge from all over the world. It has versions in many different languages, and the Sanskrit Wikipedia is one of them. It's run by the Wikimedia Foundation, a non-profit group.
About the Sanskrit Language
Sanskrit is a very old and important language from India. It is known for its rich history and is often called the "language of the gods." Many ancient Indian texts, like the Vedas and Upanishads, were written in Sanskrit. Even though it's not a commonly spoken language today, it's still studied and respected for its cultural and historical value.
Why a Sanskrit Wikipedia?
The Sanskrit Wikipedia helps keep this ancient language alive in the modern digital world. It allows people who know Sanskrit to share knowledge and information. It's a way to:
- Preserve and promote the Sanskrit language.
- Make information available to Sanskrit scholars and students.
- Connect people who are interested in Sanskrit from all over the world.
How it Works
Just like other Wikipedias, the Sanskrit Wikipedia is built by volunteers. People who know Sanskrit can:
- Write new articles on different topics.
- Edit and improve existing articles.
- Translate articles from other languages into Sanskrit.
- Add pictures and other media.
All the content on Sanskrit Wikipedia is available for free. It uses special licenses that allow people to share and use the information, as long as they give credit.
Images for kids
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Wikipedia Academy Volunteers
See also
In Spanish: Wikipedia en sánscrito para niños
