V. Raghavan

Dr. V. Raghavan (1908–1979) was an eminent Indian Sanskrit scholar, musicologist, and Indologist. He was a prolific writer, editor, and researcher, known for his extensive contributions to Sanskrit literature, Indian aesthetics (Alamkara Shastra), musicology, and cultural studies. A recipient of the Padma Bhushan, he served as a professor of Sanskrit at the University of Madras and was actively involved with numerous academic and cultural institutions. His vast body of work includes critical editions of Sanskrit texts, translations, and scholarly analyses, often focusing on figures like Abhinavagupta, Kalidasa, and Tyagaraja. Raghavan compiled "The Indian Heritage: An Anthology of Sanskrit Literature," and authored works such as "Abhinavagupta and His Works," "Kerala's Contribution to Sanskrit," "The Concept of The Beautiful in Sanskrit Literature," "Rtu in Sanskrit Literature," and "Kalidasa Tribute to His Genius," among many others. He also contributed to and edited various issues of "Purana: A Journal Dedicated to the Puranas" and published critical editions of Sanskrit plays like "Udatta Raghavam" and "Anarkali."