CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Two-Day National Seminar on “Research Processes in Indian Traditions” Begins at Central Sanskrit University, Bhopal Campus
A two-day national seminar on the theme “Research Processes in Indian Traditions” was inaugurated at the Bhopal Campus of the Central Sanskrit University. The seminar was held under the patronage of Vice-Chancellor Shrinivasa Varkhedi of Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi, and the inaugural ceremony took place at the Bhavabhuti Auditorium, Bhopal campus.
Key dignitaries present at the event included:
Chief Guest: Prof. Rahas Bihari Dwivedi, Former Head, Department of Sanskrit, Rani Durgavati University, Jabalpur
Guest of Honour: Prof. Arvind Jha, Acharya, Department of Education, IGNOU, New Delhi
Chair: Prof. Ramakant Pandey, Director, Central Sanskrit University, Bhopal Campus
Guiding Speaker: Prof. Neelabh Tiwari, Joint Director, Central Sanskrit University, Bhopal Campus
In his presidential address, Prof. Ramakant Pandey highlighted the richness and vastness of the Indian knowledge tradition, which addresses every aspect of human life and offers guiding principles for all domains. He emphasized that this tradition has always been contemporary, with core values, principles, and ethics rooted in research-based practices like Rishi-charya and Tapasya. He noted that knowledge in India has historically been attained through deep introspection and discovery, and Indian traditions have long included logical, judicial, and philosophical debate systems, all deeply tied to research methodology.
Prof. Neelabh Tiwari, in his welcome and opening remarks, pointed out that while most researchers today follow Western research methods, they often forget that Vedas are the original source of knowledge in Indian culture, and that this knowledge was acquired through penance (tapasya). He stated that in Ayurveda and other Indian sciences, systems and techniques were based on meticulous research and innovation. Thus, Indian knowledge traditions are inherently based on research and discovery.
Prof. Rahas Bihari Dwivedi encouraged all research paper presenters to approach contemporary topics through the lens of Indian traditions. He emphasized that solutions to modern-day challenges can be found through the unique perspectives of India’s ancient knowledge systems.
Prof. Arvind Jha stated that there is no dimension of knowledge in Indian culture that is irrelevant in the modern world.
The inaugural session concluded with a vote of thanks by Director Somnath Sahu, and the session was conducted by Jitendra Tiwari.
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