Course Description This course has been designed to give an orientation of basic features of Indian philosophy. This course has two Modules. The Module I will include topics on General Overview, Prameya Śāstra, Theory of Causation, Pramāṇa Śāstra, Khyātivāda, Dukkha, Avidya, Law of Karma, Rebirth and Death Process. The Module II will include topics on Vedas, Vedāṅgas, Puruṣārtha, the division of Āstika and Nāstika systems.

Course Learning Outcomes (in bullet points) After the completion of this course successfully, the students will be able to

1. Describe the Basic features of Indian philosophy.

2. Relate problems and issues that ancient Indian intellectual tradition raises.

3. Examine the significance of Indian philosophy in modern context.

4. Scrutinize, interpret and comment on basic concepts of Indian philosophy.

5. Develop and articulate their views about philosophical concerns of Indian philosophers for the society.

By invitation only

As per university norms.