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NJ SJR167
Joint Resolution
Status
6/30/2025
Primary Sponsor
Vin Gopal
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AI Summary
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New Jersey formally recognizes Sanskrit as one of the world languages through this joint resolution
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The resolution cites Sanskrit's historical significance as a proto-Indo-European language over 3,500 years old that allegedly influenced 97 percent of world languages according to the United Nations
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Sanskrit is described as having the largest vocabulary of approximately 102,000 words and using the Devanagari writing system with sophisticated grammatical structure
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The resolution references NASA scientist Rick Briggs' report that Sanskrit is suitable for computer programming due to its efficiency in developing algorithms
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Copies of the resolution will be transmitted to Samskrita Bharati New Jersey upon filing with the Secretary of State
Legislative Description
Recognizes Sanskrit as one of world languages.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
6/30/2025