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Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit (SSUS) is a unique public university in India, established to promote Sanskrit language, literature, and ancient Indian knowledge systems. It is best known for its deep academic focus on Sanskrit Literature, Indian Philosophy, Vedic Studies, and traditional Indian Performing Arts like Kathakali and Mohiniyattam. While primary instruction is often in Sanskrit and Malayalam, the university's specialized curriculum naturally attracts global scholars and students passionate about Indology. International students interested in immersing themselves in classical Indian studies will find a rich academic environment, though dedicated international offices or extensive English-taught programs are not prominently advertised. Its distinctive characteristic is being the only university in India exclusively dedicated to Sanskrit and Indology at a state level, named after the great philosopher Adi Shankara.
Background
The Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit (SSUS) is a Sanskrit university in India established in 1993 in Kalady, Kochi, Kerala. It was established when Indian Union Muslim League leader Sri. E.T. Muhammed Basheer was the Education Minister of Kerala. The foundation stone for the university was laid by Bharathi Tirtha Mahaswamiji of the Sringeri Sharada Peetham. SSUS provides education in Sanskrit, other Indian and foreign languages, Social Sciences and Fine Arts. It is accredited A+ by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The university has eight regional campuses across Kerala.
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