Amogh Vaidya

In Search of Jñāna Mārga, Part 2

This essay is Part 2 in a series on the educational and academic heritage of Bhārata. This installment covers the ancient rite of Hinduism, which is the upanayana saṃskāra.

In Search of Jñāna Mārga, Part 3

This essay is Part 3 in a series, "In Search of Jñāna Mārga". In this installment, we examine the various rituals of the upanayana saṃskāra and the mantras recited during the process provide significant insights beneficial to education.

In Search of Jñāna Mārga, Part 1

The cultural progress of a society can be reviewed only by looking at the educational progress of the society. What is the origin of India's academic heritage? This essay answers.

Economy of Ancient Maharashtra

From pastoral settlements to imperial trade: tracing Maharashtra’s ancient economic foundations.

The Rise of the Satavahana Dynasty: Stability and Sovereignty : 

Satavahanas: Guardians of the Deccan, builders of prosperity, part 1

Economy of Ancient Maharashtra During Satavahana Period - Part Two

Sovereigns, Monks, and Surveyors: Deciphering Land Ownership and Agrarian Policy in the Satavahana Empire. An in-depth look at how rock inscriptions and ancient land grants shaped the economic backbone of early Deccan India.