Indian Knowledge System

Course Name: 

Indian Knowledge System (UC103N)

Programme: 

B.Tech

Semester: 

First
Second

Category: 

Humanities and Social Science Core Courses (HSC)

Credits (L-T-P): 

(3-0-0)3

Content: 

Meaning, scope and relevance of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)-Overview of Indian knowledge traditions and sources-Vedic and non-Vedic knowledge systems-Indian philosophy, ethics and worldview-Sanskrit language and knowledge transmission-Indian mathematics, numerals and measurement systems-Indian astronomy, calendars and timekeeping-Traditional metallurgy, material science and technologies-Agriculture, irrigation and traditional water management-Rasayana, traditional medicine and sustainable practices-Indian architecture, Vastu Shastra, temple architecture and town planning-Yoga, Ayurveda and holistic well-being-Indian art, music, dance and aesthetic traditions-Ethical governance, public administration and contemporary relevance of IKS.

References: 

Mahadevan, B., Vinayak Raj Bhat, and Nagendra Pavana R.N. (2022). Introduction to Indian Knowledge System: Concepts and Applications. PHI Learning. Kapoor, Kapil, and Avadhesh Kumar Singh, eds. (2005). Indian Knowledge Systems. D.K. Printworld. Bansal, Gagan. (2022). Indian Knowledge System: Integrating Heritage with Engineering. Deep Science Research.
 

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Prof. Ritanjali Majhi
Head, School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Management,
National Institute of Technology Karnataka
Post: Srinivasanagar, Surathkal, Mangalore - 575025
Karnataka, India.
Phone: 0824-2473200 (Office)
Hot line: 0824-2474031

Email: hodsom@nitk.edu.in 
          

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