Classical Sanskrit literature

Classical Sanskrit literature encompasses a rich body of texts composed between roughly 500 BCE and 1500 CE, reflecting the cultural, philosophical, and poetic traditions of ancient India. It includes epic poems like the Mahabharata and Ramayana, philosophical writings like the Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita, as well as poetry, drama, and scientific works. Known for its sophisticated language and aesthetic beauty, this literature explores themes of dharma (duty), morality, devotion, and human experience, shaping Indian cultural identity and influencing subsequent literary and philosophical development.