The Phonetics of Sanskrit: Sound, Resonance, and Neurological Alignment
The discipline of Sanskrit phonetics operates as a precise system of acoustic engineering, where the structural arrangement of the Akṣaramālā corresponds directly with the human vocal tract. Recent scientific investigations validate that the exact articulation of these sounds stimulates specific oral mechanoreceptors, inducing distinct neural responses. Furthermore, the prolonged resonance of nasalised consonants facilitates cranial vibration and vagal nerve stimulation, resulting in a measurable deceleration of physiological systems. This systematic engagement shifts neural oscillations from high-frequency beta waves to coherent alpha and theta bands, demonstrating that disciplined Vedic recitation fosters profound autonomic balance and potential neuroplastic adaptation.