Bharatiya Knowledge Traditions: Arts, Preformance and Aesthetic Knowledge (Volume 2) - Couverture souple

Pranav Kumar

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9371008709 ISBN 13 : 9789371008709

Editeur : Motilal Banarsidass Publishing House

Synopsis

This multidisciplinary volume brings together distinguished scholars and practitioners to illuminate the intellectual, aesthetic, and cultural foundations of India's rich knowledge traditions. Spanning philosophy, performing arts, music, and cultural theory, the essays offer fresh and insightful engagements with both classical texts and contemporary debates. At its core, the collection foregrounds indigenous epistemologies, highlighting their conceptual sophistication, internal diversity, and enduring relevance within global academic discourse. Far from presenting Indian traditions as static or derivative, the book showcases them as dynamic, living systems of inquiry capable of addressing pressing intellectual and cultural questions of the present. This volume will appeal to scholars, institutions, and readers seeking a deeper, globally informed understanding of Bharatiya knowledge systems.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

DR. PRANAV KUMAR is an Assistant Professor at the Centre for the Study of Social Inclusion, School of Social Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi. He holds a PhD from JNU. Before his current role, he taught at Motilal Nehru College, University of Delhi, and Sherubtse College, Royal University of Bhutan.

A prolific scholar, Dr. Kumar has authored two books, published over 30 journal articles, and contributed 15 book chapters. He has successfully led four funded research projects and supervised 13 PhD scholars to completion. His research interests are diverse, with his current work focusing on exploring India's cultural connections with the world.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Motilal Banarsidass Publishing House
• ISBN 10: 9371008709
• ISBN 13: 9789371008709
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 449
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