A Study on the Digital Literacy Skill, its Role and Impact among Faculty Members and Research Scholars in Pali and Buddhist Studies in Various Indian Universities

The internet has become a pivotal and transformative force in the field of language education, fundamentally altering both pedagogical methodologies and learning practices. Its integration into educational environments has been met with widespread adoption and enthusiasm from educators and students alike. By offering an expansive array of resources, the internet significantly augments learners' linguistic, cultural, and historical comprehension of target languages. These resources facilitate the incorporation of global libraries, cross-cultural research, and peer collaboration into the curriculum. The impact of internet-based technological advancements is particularly notable in the teaching and learning of specialized languages, including Pāli. This article investigates the profound influence of these digital tools on language instruction, with a specific focus on their application to Pāli language and literature.