Introduction

We broadly agree that Vedãs are the basis of the Sanathan Dharma. It is basis for existence of all ‘lokãs’; including the ‘Bhu-lokãa where we all reside.

It is also the duty (‘Rinam’ – debt) of the Brahmin for having born thus that he has the duty to learn, practice and propagate Vedãs. This has been carried out for time immemorial - from the ages of the Rishis even to this day.

It is understood and confirmed by various elders that traditionally our fore-fathers had done niyama-adhyayana, carried out vocation and have successfully reared their families to the appropriate living standards at that time.

Due to various compulsions of time, like regular foreign invasions, English rule and man-made blunders, the concept of Veda -Adhyayanam has declined steadily.

Very great tapasvis like our Mahaperiyava have had great fore-sight and have done long standing arrangements in establishment of institutions who encourage Veda–Adhyayanam and champion related activities. Only because of such foresight, Vedam has got relevance and reverence to us even now. We still hear instances about our immediate fore-fathers, distant relatives, acquaintances who have done their ‘Veda-adhyayana’.