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Knowledge, Self, and Liberation: Unveiling Schopenhauer's Pedagogical Paradigm

Nietzsche's captivating exploration of Schopenhauer's educational paradigm unveils a transformative vision that transcends mediocrity, emphasizing personalized learning, moral virtue in teachers, and the transformative power of education to reshape individuals and society.

Dr. Anurag Shukla 8 min read

Indian Knowledge Systems

Artificial Intelligence is Here - Part 1, from Before to Now

The emergence of artificial intelligence and its impact on human existence, raising questions about cultural representation and moral responsibility in the age of AI.

Amritanshu Pandey 12 min read

Dharma Today

Decolonizing Language

The role of colonialism in hindering the linguistic evolution in North India and the need to re-infuse the spirit of Sanskṛta into Hindī language and to free it from FATE words

Pankaj Saxena 13 min read

Bodhas

The Abuse of Art - Propaganda in Shyam Singha Roy

The Hindu conception of art is diametrically opposite to the movies being made today. This piece analyses the the abuse of art in the 2021 movie Shyam Singha Roy.

Anshuman Panda 12 min read

Cinema And Books

Marriage: The Institution of Sacrifice

The institution of marriage: a sacred yajña, a pathway to cosmic evolution, and the rhythmic balance between individuality and collective harmony.

Abhisek Kumar Panda 15 min read

Culture And Policy

The Saga of the Padmanabhadasas - A Glimpse into the Cultural Practice and Patronage of the present day Travancore Royals, Part 3

Śrī Padmanābhasvāmī Perumāḻ, the lord of Thiruvananthapuram, and the royal traditions associated with the region. It highlights the rich cultural heritage of Kerala, particularly the dance form of Mōhiniāṭṭam, taught by Guru Gopika Varma ji, a member of the Travancore Royal Family.

Kavita Krishna Meegama 19 min read

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The Battle Against Hindus in Manipur

Ostensibly, the civil war in Manipur is a clash between Kuki and Meitei tribes over poppy plantation disputes and Scheduled Tribe categorization. Behind these tribal rivalries, however, lies a broader civilizational struggle, with Christianity playing a significant role. Only by understanding these arcs can we create long-term strategies for survival and peace.

Pankaj Saxena 11 min read

Dharma Today

India’s Lesser Known Storytelling Traditions - The Narrative Paintings of Paiṭhāṇ

Paiṭhaṇ paintings come from a flourishing tradition of narrative illustrations and are the work of the village artists from the Mahārāṣṭra-Karṇāṭaka border region belonging to the *Citrakathi* caste, the earliest ones traced to the town of Paithan near Aurangabad.

Sai Priya Chodavarapu 11 min read

Bodhas

Dharma in the Bhāratīya Frontier - Multan, Part 2

Deepak Srinivasan presents an in-depth analysis of the rich history of the ancient Bhāratīya city of Multan (now in Pakistan). In a part 2 of a captivating story of a land long-forgotten, we read of Sikh rebellions, demographic shifts, and post-Partition ruins.

Deepak Srinivasan 22 min read

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Knowledge, Self, and Liberation: Unveiling Schopenhauer's Pedagogical Paradigm

Artificial Intelligence is Here - Part 1, from Before to Now

Decolonizing Language

The Abuse of Art - Propaganda in Shyam Singha Roy

Marriage: The Institution of Sacrifice

The Saga of the Padmanabhadasas - A Glimpse into the Cultural Practice and Patronage of the present day Travancore Royals, Part 3

The Battle Against Hindus in Manipur

India’s Lesser Known Storytelling Traditions - The Narrative Paintings of Paiṭhāṇ

Dharma in the Bhāratīya Frontier - Multan, Part 2