Understand the principles of water management and sustainability in ancient India. Explore the technological innovations and practices related to hydrology in various ancient Indian civilizations. Analyze the relevance of traditional water management techniques in contemporary sustainability efforts. Integrate ancient Indian hydrological knowledge into modern water management practices.
The "Technical Wisdom from Tamil Sources" course is a unique interdisciplinary program that explores the rich technical heritage of Tamil civilization. Drawing from ancient Tamil texts and traditions, this course reveals the ingenuity and innovation of Tamil ancestors in various fields of science and technology.
This course offers an in-depth exploration of Indic reasoning and debating, focusing on cognitive processes, types of reasoning, definition-making, debating techniques, error detection, and practical applications of these concepts. The curriculum enhances critical thinking, argumentation skills, and effective communication.
To truly grasp the authentic essence of India's scientific knowledge embedded in Shastras, one requires training in three fundamental sciences known as Pada, Vaakya, and Pramaana Shastras, namely Vyaakarana, Purva Mimaamsa and Nyaaya. This groundbreaking course aims to provide young scholars with the necessary tools and perspectives to interpret Indic Shaastra texts authentically, thus enabling them to uncover the profound scientific knowledge contained within.
Course Description:
Uncover the essence of scientific thinking and the process of knowledge creation in our comprehensive course. Explore the model-based reasoning, the anatomy of models, and discover the systematic model-building method of Bharat. Engage with prominent examples of models that illuminate the workings of reality.
One of the course's remarkable achievements is enabling students to recontextualize Vedic shastras, traditionally seen as ancient texts, as potent scientific models with versatile applications in our contemporary world. In essence, this course empowers learners with the essential tools to think with scientific precision, critically evaluate the strength of models, and adapt time-honored wisdom to address and navigate the challenges of our modern age.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon finishing this course, the learner will first develop a deep understanding of model-based reasoning, recognizing it as the cornerstone of all scientific inquiry. They will also acquire the ability to assess the reliability and effectiveness of scientific models, guided by criteria drawn from the Vedic scientific system. Furthermore, students will gain the practical skill of constructing robust scientific models, perfectly suited for simulating complex real-world systems.
The course is intended to provide an overview of India's rich cultural and architectural heritage. It examines how socio-cultural, economic, and environmental factors influenced architectural developments. Through analyzing design principles, temple evolution, and the integration of visual and performing arts in architecture, students will enhance their critical thinking skills, appreciate the legacy of ancient Indian architects, and gain practical knowledge for modern architectural practice.
Beginning with an introduction to what is the subject of aesthetics today to the various art forms that are popular all over the world, this course moves into the Indian tradition’s detailed analysis of art and aesthetics. The aesthetic theory is well developed in the fields of drama and literature while the details of aesthetic norms in visual arts are discussed in silpasastras. The Rasa theory enunciated in the Natyasastra is the oldest discussion of aesthetics in the world and has been developed into all other branches of fine arts over the centuries. This course gives a thorough explanation of all the important issues in the Indic tradition of the study of Beauty in all forms, clarifying doubts and misinterpretations that may have cropped up in academia.
Those who have internalized the basic grammatical aspects of Sanskrit may still find it challenging to read Sanskrit technical literature or Shāstras due to the precise and concise nature of the language used in these texts. While an in-depth understanding of the concepts discussed in various Shāstras is essential for comprehending technical literature—something that cannot be achieved within a two-credit course—gaining a broader understanding of how meanings are derived, how concepts are discussed, and how arguments are presented and countered serves as a crucial first step. Therefore, this course is designed to equip students with the foundational skills needed to explore the vast and intricate world of Sanskrit technical literature.
Discover the profound wisdom of Indic Shastras with our "Structure and Method of Indic Shastras" course. Uncover the purpose, structure, methodology, and hierarchical classification of Indic sources rooted in the Vedic worldview.
Proposed Outcome:
By the end of this course, the learner will have a comprehensive grasp of the Vedic worldview of knowledge. The learner will be able to appreciate the universal and holistic nature of this wisdom tradition. Moreover, the learner will understand and identify the pan-Shastric structure and methodology of Indic knowledge sources, equipping him with invaluable insights into their profound teachings. This course will empower the learner to explore, study, and engage with these sources with clarity and purpose.
To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the agricultural practices described in the ancient Krishi shastras, emphasizing the practical application using Jyotisha in agriculture. Students will learn the historical context, importance, and practical techniques for farming, seed preparation, sowing, irrigation, and harvesting as guided by ancient Indian wisdom.
This curriculum offers basic grammatical aspects of Samskrit language to obtain the skills to analyze the prose and poetic literature. This course has been designed keeping in mind the needs of self-learning students and their future needs. All the modules discussed in the curriculum are highly essential and help to analyze prose and poetic literature in Samskrit. Thorough research has gone into the design of the curriculum.
This curriculum provides a comprehensive overview of Ayurveda as an Indic science of life. It explores the foundational principles and underlying philosophy of Ayurveda. Designed specifically for undergraduate and postgraduate students, this course aims to address both their current academic requirements and future professional needs. Each module within the curriculum is meticulously created to develop an awareness about Ayurveda and further its application for physical, psychological, spiritual and social wellbeing of an individual. Extensive research has been undertaken to craft a curriculum that is both essential and relevant for students. This course will take you on an introspective journey, revealing the eternal wisdom of Ayurveda through the Bharatiya lens unlocking the true potentials of the body, mind and soul to optimize performance in everyday life.
The course aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the various aspects of Sanaatana-Devaalaya Ecosystem including art, architecture, aesthetics, archaeology, inscriptions, iconography, rituals, construction, and maintenance. It covers the various styles of temple architecture seen across the lengthen and breadth of Greater India as well as across the millennia. It emphasizes the importance of temples as the nucleus of Indian culture and ensuring that they will be dynamic living entities and not just as monuments.
Uncover the essence of scientific thinking and the process of knowledge creation in our comprehensive course. Explore the model-based reasoning, the anatomy of models, and discover the systematic model-building method of Bharat. Engage with prominent examples of models that illuminate the workings of reality.
One of the course's remarkable achievements is enabling students to recontextualize Vedic shastras, traditionally seen as ancient texts, as potent scientific models with versatile applications in our contemporary world. In essence, this course empowers learners with the essential tools to think with scientific precision, critically evaluate the strength of models, and adapt time-honored wisdom to address and navigate the challenges of our modern age.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon finishing this course, the learner will first develop a deep understanding of model-based reasoning, recognizing it as the cornerstone of all scientific inquiry. They will also acquire the ability to assess the reliability and effectiveness of scientific models, guided by criteria drawn from the Vedic scientific system. Furthermore, students will gain the practical skill of constructing robust scientific models, perfectly suited for simulating complex real-world systems.
This course provides an introductory exploration of concepts related to the field of law and jurisprudence from the perspective of Bharatiya Shastras (the ancient and traditional knowledge systems originated in India). It is designed to give students a foundational understanding of various cognitive processes, types of reasoning, definition-making, debating techniques, and error detection methods, with practical applications in the field of law and jurisprudence.
Meta thinking, often referred to as metacognition, is the act of thinking about thinking. It involves being aware of and understanding one's own thought processes, strategies, and cognitive abilities. Meta thinking allows individuals to monitor, analyze, and regulate their thinking in order to improve learning, problem-solving, decision-making, and overall cognitive performance. It involves reflecting on one's own cognitive strengths and weaknesses, recognizing biases and assumptions, and adapting strategies to achieve better outcomes. In essence, meta-thinking is about being mindful of how you think and utilizing that awareness to enhance cognitive abilities and optimize mental processes.
This course comprehensively explores methodologies, processes and many more related to meta thinking encapsulated in various disciplines of Indian Knowledge Sysytems. This course sheds light on thought and its profound impact on shaping human society. Through examining the core principles that have guided one of the world's oldest civilizations, students will gain insights into the timeless concepts and their relevance in the modern world.
Explore the rich and diverse landscape of Indic knowledge with our "Bharatiya Knowledge Ecosystem" course. This meticulously designed curriculum offers a comprehensive exploration of the Caturdaśa-vidyāsthānas, guiding the learner through the topography of disciplines that have shaped the Indian intellectual tradition. He would also gain insight into the systematic classification of these diverse disciplines and uncover the threads that connect them.
Proposed Outcome:
By the end of this course, the learner will emerge with a profound exposure and awareness of the various disciplines that constitute the Indic Knowledge tradition. Moreover, the learner will gain a keen understanding of how these disciplines find relevance and application in contemporary times, bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and the challenges of the present. This course promises to enrich the learnerr intellectual horizons and inspire a holistic perspective on the treasure trove of knowledge within the Indian tradition.
Engaging in thoughtful expression using Samskrit language. Understanding the structure of simple samskrit sentences. Introduction to the devanagari script. Enjoying the ancient simple and famous texts through original language.
Explore the rich and diverse landscape of Indic knowledge with our "Bharatiya Knowledge Ecosystem" course. This meticulously designed curriculum offers a comprehensive exploration of the Caturdaśa-vidyāsthānas, guiding the learner through the topography of disciplines that have shaped the Indian intellectual tradition. He would also gain insight into the systematic classification of these diverse disciplines and uncover the threads that connect them.
Proposed Outcome:
By the end of this course, the learner will emerge with a profound exposure and awareness of the various disciplines that constitute the Indic Knowledge tradition. Moreover, the learner will gain a keen understanding of how these disciplines find relevance and application in contemporary times, bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and the challenges of the present. This course promises to enrich the learnerr intellectual horizons and inspire a holistic perspective on the treasure trove of knowledge within the Indian tradition.
The course is intended to provide an overview of India's rich cultural and architectural heritage. It examines how socio-cultural, economic, and environmental factors influenced architectural developments. Through analyzing design principles, temple evolution, and the integration of visual and performing arts in architecture, students will enhance their critical thinking skills, appreciate the legacy of ancient Indian architects, and gain practical knowledge for modern architectural practice.
This curriculum offers an in-depth study of the Indian Knowledge Ecosystem, focusing on advanced Indic predictive sciences like Medical Astrology, Agricultural Astrology, Vastu Shastra,Spiritual Astrology, Disaster forcasting and Muhurta Shastra. Tailored for graduate students, it bridges ancient wisdom with contemporary applications, addressing both academic and professional needs. Each module is carefully designed to provide a deep understanding of Jyotisha and related fields. Through extensive research, the curriculum equips students with essential knowledge, preparing them for leadership roles and enabling them to critically engage with the renewed relevance of these traditional systems in modern contexts..
“JYOTHISHA DRISHTI COURSE” is an introductory course to the science of Astrology. This course was designed to give reliable information concerning Astrology in the initial stages of its study, and with the hope that the deeper side of its mysteries will be studied later. The main purpose of this course is to convert the educated unbeliever into a firm believer of this great science and acknowledge the gigantic intellects of ancient India.
This course gives an introduction to various aspects of Karnataka music in particular and Indian music in general. It helps the learner to understand music from historic, musical and technical perspectives both in terms of the contemporary practice of Karnataka music and shastra-based thought processes.
The course includes listening activities that will help the learner to experience the melody and aesthetics of Karnataka music, and thereby emphasises the need to be able to recognise tonal patterns and melodic forms of the rendition in order to understand the technical and shastraic aspects of the knowledge system.
This course comprehensively explores Indian philosophical thought and its profound impact on shaping human society. Through examining the core principles that have guided one of the world's oldest civilisations, students will gain insights into the timeless concepts and their relevance in the modern world.
To introduce the foundational building blocks of Indian knowledge systems, their classifications and some chosen topics that familiarise the learners with the tradition and its worldview.
This comprehensive syllabus combines elements from Indian Aesthetic Tradition and drawing parallels to Western aesthetics wherever necessary, while integrating principles of Beauty, Art Appreciation and Design Thinking. It offers a well-rounded perspective on aesthetics, creativity, preparing them for future challenges in the interdisciplinary world of art, aesthetics, and design.
To understand the analysis of language as a tool of communication and a window to the working of the mind in the Indian tradition. Philosophy represents man’s quest to understand the world around us and in earlier times included all branches of learning. All branches of learning require language as a tool for scientific inquiry and logical reasoning. A good system of philosophy should transcend all divisions and offer a holistic explanation of all aspects of knowledge. Indian philosophy has always laid emphasis on experience and the principles are accepted as tenets only after rigorous analysis and practical veracity. This can be seen in the philosophy of language from the earliest times.
This course can help develop clarity in thought, which Indian philosophy focuses on, and improve communication, develop the ability to examine a sentence for its validity or truth value, and gain an appreciation of the Nyaya, Vyakarana and Mimamsa systems of Indian philosophy on the subject of language.
This course is related to Arshasthra
Beginning with an introduction to what is the subject of aesthetics today to the various art forms that are popular all over the world, this course moves into the Indian tradition’s detailed analysis of art and aesthetics. The aesthetic theory is well developed in the fields of drama and literature while the details of aesthetic norms in visual arts are discussed in silpasastras. The Rasa theory enunciated in the Natyasastra is the oldest discussion of aesthetics in the world and has been developed into all other branches of fine arts over the centuries. This course gives a thorough explanation of all the important issues in the Indic tradition of the study of Beauty in all forms, clarifying doubts and misinterpretations that may have cropped up in academia.
Engaging in thoughtful expression using Samskrit language. Understanding the structure of simple samskrit sentences. Introduction to the devanagari script. Enjoying the ancient simple and famous texts through original language.
Explore the rich and diverse landscape of Indic knowledge with our "Bharatiya Knowledge Ecosystem" course. This meticulously designed curriculum offers a comprehensive exploration of the Caturdaśa-vidyāsthānas, guiding the learner through the topography of disciplines that have shaped the Indian intellectual tradition. He would also gain insight into the systematic classification of these diverse disciplines and uncover the threads that connect them.
Proposed Outcome:
By the end of this course, the learner will emerge with a profound exposure and awareness of the various disciplines that constitute the Indic Knowledge tradition. Moreover, the learner will gain a keen understanding of how these disciplines find relevance and application in contemporary times, bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and the challenges of the present. This course promises to enrich the learnerr intellectual horizons and inspire a holistic perspective on the treasure trove of knowledge within the Indian tradition.
Course Description:
Unlock the power of Indic Reasoning and Debating in this dynamic course. Explore the rich tradition of debate exchanges, definitions, and classification systems found in Bharatiya manuals and develop the skills to become a persuasive communicator with the ability to:
Defend statements using clear, logical reasoning.
Choose relevant statements for defense.
Support arguments with well-chosen, explanatory, and thoroughly analyzed evidence.
Proposed Outcome:
By the end of this course, the learner will transform into a confident and persuasive communicator. This course equips the learner with the tools to excel in debates and critical discussions, enhancing the learner’s overall communication abilities.
Discover the profound wisdom of Indic Shastras with our "Structure and Method of Indic Shastras" course. Uncover the purpose, structure, methodology, and hierarchical classification of Indic sources rooted in the Vedic worldview.
Proposed Outcome:
By the end of this course, the learner will have a comprehensive grasp of the Vedic worldview of knowledge. The learner will be able to appreciate the universal and holistic nature of this wisdom tradition. Moreover, the learner will understand and identify the pan-Shastric structure and methodology of Indic knowledge sources, equipping him with invaluable insights into their profound teachings. This course will empower the learner to explore, study, and engage with these sources with clarity and purpose.
Explore the rich and diverse landscape of Indic knowledge with our "Bharatiya Knowledge Ecosystem" course. This meticulously designed curriculum offers a comprehensive exploration of the Caturdaśa-vidyāsthānas, guiding the learner through the topography of disciplines that have shaped the Indian intellectual tradition. He would also gain insight into the systematic classification of these diverse disciplines and uncover the threads that connect them.
Proposed Outcome:
By the end of this course, the learner will emerge with a profound exposure and awareness of the various disciplines that constitute the Indic Knowledge tradition. Moreover, the learner will gain a keen understanding of how these disciplines find relevance and application in contemporary times, bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and the challenges of the present. This course promises to enrich the learnerr intellectual horizons and inspire a holistic perspective on the treasure trove of knowledge within the Indian tradition.
In this course, we are going to understand the scientific aspect of the language i.e precisely the Vyākaraṇa of the language.
Firstly, we will be discussing in general about all the languages and respective grammatical aspect of the same.
And in the later part of this course, we will dive deep into "Aṣṭādhyāyī of Pāṇini" , to learn and understand different terminologies associated with thattreatise as well as the prakriyA given in it for the etymology of the respective words.
The Artha Shastra is an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy, and military strategy, traditionally attributed to Chanakya (also known as Kautilya or Vishnugupta), who was an advisor and prime minister to the first Mauryan emperor Chandragupta.
The Artha Shastra is divided into 15 adhikaraṇas, comprising topics ranging from how to conduct warfare, espionage, and diplomacy to economic policies, administration, and welfare. It reflects a comprehensive approach to governing a kingdom, with a detailed analysis of the various elements that constitute a state. It also discusses legal frameworks, urban and rural management, trade and markets, and strategies for managing internal and external threats.
