Shakatayana
Shakatayana ( Sanskrit : शाकटायन, Śākaṭāyana ) is a grammarian of ancient India who lived in the 8th century BC. Lived. His work has been lost, but quotes from younger authors like Yaska have proven its existence. Shakatayana is the first grammarian known by name.
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SURNAME | Shakatayana |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Grammarian of ancient India |
DATE OF BIRTH | 9th century BC BC or 8th century BC Chr. |
DATE OF DEATH | 8th century BC Chr. |