Centre for Indian Knowledge System
Exploring India’s Knowledge Traditions and Intellectual Heritage
About the Centre
India’s knowledge traditions span philosophy, science, mathematics, language, arts, governance, health, architecture, and ways of understanding the world that have evolved over centuries.
The Centre for Indian Knowledge System at Vishwakarma University has been established to promote awareness, understanding, preservation, and exploration of India’s rich knowledge traditions and intellectual heritage.
At the Centre, you are encouraged to engage with Indian knowledge systems through academic discussions, learning initiatives, interdisciplinary exploration, and activities connected to India’s cultural and intellectual traditions.
The Centre also aligns with the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasises the integration of Indian Knowledge Systems into education and learning.
The Centre of Indian Knowledge System at Vishwakarma University aspires to be a beacon of traditional wisdom and contemporary relevance, fostering a profound understanding and appreciation of India's rich cultural, intellectual, and philosophical heritage. By integrating and implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, we aim to create a dynamic learning environment that bridges the gap between ancient knowledge and modern innovation, empowering students to contribute meaningfully to society.
CIKS Objectives
To preserve and showcase India’s knowledge for future generations and a sustainable society.- To highlight the practical use of IKS in solving problems in India and across the world.
- To decolonize the Indian mind by generating interest in and critical reverence for India’s knowledge traditions.
- To encourage and enable further study in areas such as holistic health, psychology, neuroscience, nature, the environment, and sustainable development.
- To engage and participate with traditional communities, gurus, and experts to document and preserve traditional practices.
- To familiarise students with the concepts of Indian traditional knowledge and help them understand the importance and roots of the Indian Knowledge System.
- To acquaint students with the facets of traditional knowledge and their relevance, and help them apply these concepts to their day-to-day lives.
People Behind the Centre
Dr.Swati Mutha
Faculty of Pharmacy
Ms. Aarti Sardhara
Faculty of Science & Technology
Mr. Arun Suryawanshi
Faculty of Art & Design
Dr. Aarti Suyryawanshi
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ms. Prajakata Dhamdhere
Faculty of Science & Technology
Dr. Amol Kamble
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Mr. Amruta Gangakhedkar
Faculty of Architecture
