Description
In recent times, there has been a growing discussion about the Bharatiya Knowledge System. However, many of us lack a deep understanding of its foundations, which is akin to achieving sustainability without acknowledging the importance of mother nature and the Earth. After Conduction three Years of research in this field, the author discovered that although people often mention the Bharatiya Knowledge System, most of us are not well- versed in the fundamental Knowledge and interpretation of the Sanskrit Literature of Ancient India. Therefore, it is crucial to first delve in to the foundations of the Bharatiya Knowledge System and subsequently explore its relevance in the modern scientific world. Just as a building or structure cannot be constructed without a solid foundation, acquiring a comprehensive understanding of the Bharatiya Knowledge System necessitates studying the Vedic Texts and Literature. Consequently, the author has divided this book into two volumes as Volume I: Foundations of Bharatiya Knowledge System which simply covers the foundations of the Bharatiya Knowledge System in a simple and easy-understandable language; Volume II: Bharatiya Knowledge System and Modern World which examines the scientific and modern theories found in the ancient texts.
Salient Features of this book Include an Exploration of the:
1. Vedic Period of Bharat.
2. The History of Sanskrit Literature.
3. An Introduction to Rigveda, Yajurveda, Atharvaveda, Samaveda, Brahmanas, and Upanishads.
4. Although there is an extensive treasure trove of Sanskrit Literature.
5. This Book Focuses solely on the original Vedas, Brahmanas and Upanishads.
6. Ancient Bharat’s Seat of Learning.
7. How the Western People got our Ancient Rishi’s Wisdom and converted it to materialistic use.
8. Why do we have to know our heritage which was neglected for many thousands of years by our own
people?
In the final chapters, there sections are dedicated to provide glimpses of our ancient education and its application in the modern world. These chapters are intended to stimulate readers’ minds and help them recognize the relevance of the Bharatiya Knowledge System in their own academic lives. Fostering a sense of pride in the Vast practical knowledge of ancient India. This book is entirely devoted to establishing the foundations of the Bharatiya Knowledge System, Supplemented by a few examples of its application in today’s world.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Brief Introduction of Bharatvarsha.
Chapter 2: Introduction to Science In Vedic Literature.
Chapter 3: Vedic Period Of Bharat.
Chapter 4: History of Sanskrit Literature.
Chapter 5: Introduction to Rigveda.
Chapter 6: Rigvedic Society of Bharat.
Chapter 7: Introduction to Atharvaveda.
Chapter 8: Introduction to Samaveda.
Chapter 9: The Brahmanas and Upanishads.
Chapter 10: Scientific Evidence of Sanskrit Literature.
Chapter 11: Great Learning Places of Ancient Bharat.
Chapter 12: Glimpses of Ancient Bharatiya Knowledge in Modern World.
Suggested Reading
Brief Introduction to Bharatiya Knowledge System Vol II
Author
Dr. Mukul Chandra Bora is currently serving as the Director of the Dibrugarh University Institute of Engineering and Technology (DUIET) at Dibrugarh in Assam, Bharat since 2012. However, he has also taken on additional responsibilities during his tenure. From 2017 to 2021, he was on deputation to the TEQIP-III project of the Ministry of Education (formerly known as the Ministry of Human Resource Development), Government of India. During this time, he served as the State Project Administrator for the flagship project of the Ministry of Education in Northeast Bharat.
Dr. Bora completed hi B. E. in Civil Engineering from Jorhat Engineering College under Dibrugarh University, Assam in 1988. He further pursued his M.Tech. in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering form the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, West Bengal, Bharat in 2000. In 2011, he obtained his Doctorate in Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati.
Dr. Bora embarked on his professional career in 1989 as a Construction Engineering, working in various capacities within the Construction Industry until 1994. He them transitioned into the field of academia, joining the Technical Education Department of Assam as a Lecturer in Civil Engineering in 1994. He held his position until October 2012, reaching the position of Lecturer (Selection Grade) in Civil Engineering. In November 2012, he assumed the role of Director at DUIET, Dibrugarh University, where he continues to serve.
In terms of research and consultancy, Dr. Bora has made significant contributions. He has published over 40 research papers in various journals and conferences in Bharat and abroad. While his primary research area is Soft Soil Engineering, he has also conducted research in other cutting-edge fields such as Sustainable Development, Zero Waste or Circular Economy, and the Scientific Heritage of Ancient Bharat, which is as an integral part of the extensive Bharatiya Knowledge System.
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