Indian Knowledge System

Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) - Introduction 1. Why Study IKS? Long History: IKS has a very l...

Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) in Action & Definition I. Examples of IKS in Action A. Brihadisvar...

The IKS Corpus - A Classification Framework I. Broad Divisions of the IKS Corpus Literary Part...

Historicity of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) I. Challenges in Dating IKS Oral Transmission: Mo...

Salient Features of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) I. Oral Tradition and its Implications Prim...

Introduction to the Vedas I. The Nature of the Vedas A. Opening Mantras Begins with recitation ...

A Synopsis of the Four Vedas I. Introduction Four Vedas: Rigveda, Yajurveda, Samaveda, and Ath...

Sub-classification of the Vedas I. Basic Sub-classification of each Veda Two Initial Levels: E...

Messages in the Vedas I. Overview Foundation of Sanatana Dharma: The Vedas are the foundational...

Introduction to Vedangas I. The Need for Vedangas Vedic Language: The Vedic corpus, like a comp...

Prologue on Siksha and Vyakarana I. Siksha - The Science of Pronunciation A. Meaning of Shiksha ...

Basics of Nirukta and Chandas I. Nirukta: Etymology and Lexicography A. The Need for Nirukta To...

Introduction to Kalpa and Jyotisha I. Kalpa - The Practical Guide A. Definition Kalpa serves as...

Vedic Life - Distinctive Features I. Addressing Misconceptions Not Austerity Focused: Vedic pe...

An Introduction to Philosophy in the Indian Knowledge System I. The Need for Philosophy Basic ...

Development of Indian Philosophical Systems I. Context for Philosophical Inquiry Ultimate Happ...

Unique Features of Indian Philosophical Systems I. Transmission and Development of Ideas Guru-S...

Vedic Schools of Philosophy I. Overview of the Vedic Darshanas Six Systems: The six systems of...

Sankhya Approach to Philosophy I. Core Concepts Dualistic System: Sankhya is a dualistic trad...

1. Introduction to Yoga Darshana Yoga is a significant Vedic tradition with philosophical princ...

Nyaya Philosophy 1. Introduction Nyaya is often paired with Vaisheshika due to shared concerns....

Vaisheshika Philosophy 1. Introduction Vaisheshika is traditionally paired with Nyaya. Attribut...

Purva Mimamsa Darshana 1. Introduction Purva Mimamsa (Dharma Mimamsa) is paired with Vedanta (U...

Vedanta & Advaita Vedanta 1. Introduction to Vedanta Vedanta is the most important and popular ...

Vishishtadvaita Philosophy 1. Introduction Vishishtadvaita is a sub-school of Vedanta. Shares t...

Dvaita Vedanta Philosophy 1. Introduction Dvaita Vedanta is another sub-school of Vedanta. Key ...

Jaina Philosophy 1. Introduction Jaina Darshana is a non-Vedic philosophical system. Has its ow...

Buddhist Philosophy 1. Introduction Buddhism (Bauddha Darshana) is a significant non-Vedic phil...

Charvaka Philosophy 1. Introduction Charvaka Darshana (also called Lokayata) is the last of the...

Importance of Language Communication: Fundamental for interaction (e.g., asking "how are you?"...

Introduction This section delves into how syntax is developed and how to make sense of form and...

Introduction Phonetics is the starting point for language, especially for cultures with a strong...

Introduction After discussing phonetics, we now examine Sanskrit word generation as created by ...

Introduction The mechanism in Ashtadhyayi is: take a word (a base), add a suffix, and apply rule...

Introduction This section begins with the basic building block of Panini's entire scheme of thin...

Introduction In this section we examine another aspect of Paninian grammatical operations. Ashta...

Chapter 05 - Linguistics: Rule-Based Operations Introduction Examine another aspect of Panini's ...

Introduction Examine the logic for Sentence Construction in Panini's grammar. There is a logic o...

Introduction This section emphasizes the importance of verbs. Everything revolves around the ver...

Introduction Examine the role of the Sanskrit language (Panini's) in Natural Language Processing...

The Need for Ancestral Wisdom Challenging Prevailing Assumptions Addresses the question: Why lo...

Introduction Previous video: Explored the Gateway to Ancestral Wisdom. This video: Focuses on Pu...

Classification of Puranas The Puranic repository is divided into three categories: Maha-Puranas...

Introduction There are certain interesting aspects within Puranas that are relevant to various d...

Introduction There is a fundamental difference between Itihasas (historical epics) and Puranas. ...

Key Messages from Ramayana Ramayana consists of seven Kandas. Bala Kanda Importance of knowin...

What are Nīti-śāstras? The word "nīti" originates from the Sanskrit root "nī" meaning "to lead."...

What are Subhāṣitas? Subhāṣitas are Sanskrit sayings or aphorisms that are "beautifully rendered...

Understanding Knowledge In the Indian Intellectual Tradition, knowledge was created systematicall...

What are Prameyas? Prameyas are the legitimate objects of inquiry or the types of objects about w...

Understanding Dravyas In the Vaisheshika system, Dravya, or substance, is the basic building bloc...

Gunas: The Properties of Substances Gunas, or attributes, are the properties that inhere in subst...

Here we explore the three important concepts in Vaiśeṣika philosophy: sāmānya (universal), viśēṣa...

Here we delve into the concept of Pramāṇa in Nyaya philosophy, exploring the various ways we acqu...

Here we will explore the concept of Saṃśaya (doubt) in Nyaya philosophy and its role in knowledge...

Here we will try to understand the Nyaya Darshana's framework for knowledge creation, highlightin...

Here we delve into the logical framework of Nyaya's argumentation model, specifically within the ...

Here lets us understand the concept of Hetvabhasas (fallacies) in Nyaya philosophy, specifically ...

Here we will explore the concept of Siddhanta in Nyaya philosophy, which refers to established te...

Let us now summarize the key concepts and frameworks discussed in the lesson on knowledge creatio...

The Importance of Number Systems and Units of Measurement Robust number systems, units of measu...

Introduction This document explores the significant contributions of ancient Indians to mathemati...

Introduction The Bhūta-Saṃkhyā system is a unique approach developed in India to represent number...

Introduction The Kaṭapayādi system is an ingenious method developed in India for converting numer...

Introduction This document explores the units of measurement used in ancient India for time, dist...

Introduction This document explores the work of Pingala, an Indian scholar from the 2nd Century ...

Geometry in Ancient India Geometry was an ancient science in India, with evidence of complex con...

Introduction This document explores the unique aspects of Indian mathematics, highlighting its in...

Introduction This document provides a glimpse into the rich and continuous tradition of Indian m...

Introduction This document explores the contributions of Indian mathematicians to algebra, coveri...

Pythagoras Theorem The Pythagoras Theorem, which states that the sum of the squares of the two s...

Introduction This document explores the contributions of Pingala, a 2nd Century BCE Indian schola...

The Fascination with the Sky Humans across the globe have been fascinated by the sky and its cel...

Sidereal Period and Nakshatras The sidereal period of an object is the time it takes to complete ...

The Vedic Year The Vedic year, known as Shravana, consisted of 12 months, each with 30 days, tota...

Components of Pañcāṅga Pañcāṅga, the Indian calendar system, comprises five components: Tithi:...

A Gift of Astronomical Instruments In 1875-76, during his tour of India, the Prince of Wales rece...

Introduction to Astronomical Instruments Ancient Indians developed various astronomical instrume...

Here we will explore India's contributions to science and technology, specifically focusing on it...

Here we will focus on the mining and ore extraction techniques employed in ancient India, highlig...

Here we will delve into the historical significance of zinc extraction in India, highlighting the...

Here we will explore the historical significance of copper and its alloys in India, highlighting ...

Here we examine the historical significance of iron and steel in India, highlighting their extens...

Here we will focuse on the lost wax casting technique, also known as "Madhuchista Vidhanam" in Sa...

Here we will focus on the various apparatuses used for extracting and processing metals in ancien...

Here we discuss the science and technology heritage of India, emphasizing the need to go beyond t...

Here we explore the literary sources that shed light on the science and technology landscape of a...

Here we explore the physical structures in India as tangible evidence of the country’s rich herit...

Here we focus on temples as tangible examples of India's science and technology heritage. It high...

Here we will explore the various water management and irrigation systems developed in ancient Ind...

Here we explore the knowledge and practices related to dyes, painting technology, and perfumes in...

Here we explore the history of surgical techniques in ancient India, highlighting the motivations...

Let us examine the history of shipbuilding in ancient India, drawing upon literary sources, trave...

Here we discuss the paradoxical situation of indigenous science and technology in India. Despite ...

Introduction Here we focus on town planning and architecture in ancient India, drawing heavily fr...

Introduction Vastu-shastra, the ancient Indian science of architecture, deals with the art of pro...

Introduction Vastu-shastra, the ancient Indian science of architecture, is based on the concept o...

Introduction Here we will explore the principles of town planning in ancient India, drawing from ...

Introduction Here we explore the architectural wonders of ancient Indian temples, showcasing thei...

Temple Architecture in India Introduction Let us delve into the science and thought behind the ma...

Introduction Here we will focus on iconography, the art of idol making, which is a crucial aspec...

Introduction Let us explore governance and public administration in the Indian tradition, focusin...

Introduction Here we will see an overview of Kautilya's Arthashastra, a key text on public admini...

Introduction Here let us explore the key elements of a state as envisaged by Kautilya in his Arth...

Introduction Here we focus on two of the seven elements of a Kautilyan state: the King (Swami) an...

Introduction Here we will focus on two more elements of the seven elements of a Kautilyan state: ...

Introduction Here we will explore Kosha, the fifth element of a Kautilyan state, focusing on the ...

Introduction Let us examine Danda, the sixth element of a Kautilyan state, representing law and o...

Introduction Here we examine Mitra, the seventh and final element of a Kautilyan state, focusing ...

Introduction Here we will explore the administrative setup described in Kautilya's Arthashastra, ...

Introduction In this section we will discuss the relevance of Kautilya's Arthashastra in modern g...

Public Administration in Epics Introduction In this section we will explore public administration...

Introduction Here we will focus on the distinctive thoughts on health and wellness in the Indian...

Philosophical Foundation Ayurveda borrows philosophical concepts from two major schools of philos...

The Ayurvedic Definition of Health Ayurveda defines health as a state of balance in both physica...

Introduction Here we will focus on the concept of tri-doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) in Ayurveda...

Agni: The Digestive Fire Agni, the digestive fire, plays a crucial role in maintaining health in...

Introduction Here we focus on the concept of Sapta-dhātavaḥ (seven tissues) in Ayurveda. We will...

Introduction Here we focus on the psychological aspects of health in Ayurveda, emphasizing the im...

Introduction Here we will explore the key elements and considerations in disease management accor...

Introduction Here we will understand the concept of Dinacharya (daily regimen) in Ayurveda, which...

Introduction Below, we will understand the significance of sleep in Ayurveda for maintaining hea...

Introduction Here we focus on the importance of proper food intake methods and discusses the role...

Introduction Here let us discuss the different approaches to leading a healthy life, comparing Ay...

Introduction Here we will explore the Indian approach to psychology, contrasting it with Western ...

Introduction Here we will explore the basic tenets of Indian psychology, highlighting its distinc...

Introduction Here we explore the Triguna system in Indian psychology and how it provides a holis...

Introduction Here we explore the concept of Prakriti (nature) and its evolution in Indian psycho...

Introduction Here we will explore the Panca-kosha framework in Indian psychology, a model for und...

Introduction Here we explore the four states of consciousness as described in Indian psychology. ...

Introduction This video lecture focuses on the Indian approach to consciousness studies, contrast...