India:
* Sanskrit is the sacred language of Hinduism and is used in religious texts like the Vedas, Upanishads, and Bhagavad Gita.
* It is also the language of traditional Indian classical music and dance.
* While not spoken by most people, it is studied by scholars and used in some religious ceremonies.
Nepal:
* Sanskrit is a sacred language in Hinduism and used in religious contexts.
* It has historical importance in Nepali literature and culture.
Other countries:
* Sri Lanka: Sanskrit is used in Buddhist texts and has historical influence on Sinhala, the main language.
* Southeast Asia: Sanskrit had a strong influence on languages like Khmer (Cambodia), Thai, and Balinese (Indonesia).
* Tibet: Some Tibetan Buddhist texts were written in Sanskrit.
Important notes:
* Sanskrit is not a living language, meaning it is not spoken as a primary language by any significant population.
* It is primarily used for religious purposes, scholarly study, and cultural preservation.
* Its influence on other languages is significant, particularly in South Asia and Southeast Asia.