PHILOSOPHY HARMONY CHAIR: Scholars and Research Topics

PHILOSOPHY HARMONY CHAIR: Scholars and Research Topics:

1.      Ms. Rajinder Kaur, M.A., M.Ed., M.Phil.                                                                                                                        Title : An Investigation into the Philosophical Ideas of Sri Nagraj and Aurobindo in to Context of Harmony: A Comparative Study.

2.      Dr. K. Victor Babu, Ph.D., Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.                                                                                                                                                            Title :A Study of Ethical Foundation of Human Societies in Relation to Existential Harmony and Co-existence.

3.      Ms. Punam Migani, M. Ed., Ph.D., M.M. College of Education, Fatehabad, Haryana.                                                         Title : Role of Woman & Law Code for the Protection of Woman in India Society in Maintaining Existential Harmony in Development Perspective.

4.      Dr. K. Nishena Nekha, Ph.D., Wangkhao Govt. College, Nagaland.                                                                       Title:  Tracing Traditional Value of scene Naga tribe of Nagaland : Its impact on Existential Harmony.

5.      Mr. K. Vengadachalam, M.Phil.                                                                                                                              Title: Human Existence & Inter personal Relationship: A Socio-Philosophy Study.

6.      Mr. Satdev Verma, M.Ed., M. Phil., Ms. Uma Sharma, M.Ed., M. Phil.                                                    Title: Role of Language in Cultivating the Spirit of Harmony and Sense of Co-existential in Multicultural Society: An Indian Experience.

Philosophy Harmony Chair: Conceptual Framework

Philosophy Harmony Chair

Existential Harmony Research Projects and World Conference-2015

(Conceptual Framework)

 

ABOUT US

Philosophical Harmony Chair has been established under Interdisciplinary Research Projects and World Conference on Existential Harmony by IASE Deemed University and Gandhi Vidya Mandir, Sardarshahar (Rajasthan). It is likely to undertake approximately 10-15 inter and multidisciplinary research projects on various dimensions of the main theme of the project in order to realize the objectives of the Chair.

OBJECTIVES:

The following are the objectives of the Chair:

·         To identify the truth regarding establishment of Existential Harmony and Peace.

·         To discover existential theories in the evolutionary process of existence.

·         To differentiate logically the merits of various philosophical theories on Existential Harmony.

·         To establish truth regarding Homo-spacious’ nature for not possessing destructive by nature.

·          To discover and integrate the facts from interdisciplinary knowledge for finding possibility in establishment of harmony and peace.

·         To find possibilities of rectifying human errors and restoring the universal system of global harmony.

·         To identify common parameters of spiritual scriptures and world constitutional documents for achieving global harmony and peace.

AREAS OF RESEARCH:

The proposed areas of research are as stated below:

·         Existence as Co-Existence

·         Philosophy of Order, Peace and Harmony

·         Philosophy of Peace in relationship to Material Sciences, Cognitive Awareness and Spiritual Consciousness

·         Analytical and Comparative Studies in relation to existential issues

·         Emerging dimensions of knowledge in relations to existential philosophy and peace

·         Methodological components to study existential harmony and peace

·         Ultimate reality and existential harmony

 

STRUCTURE:

The structure of the Chair would be put to action under two sub-committees:

·         Advisory Committee

·         Research Committee

FUNCTIONING OF THE PROJECT STUDIES:

Broadly, research studies will be undertaken in the light of the following aspects:

        i.            Time-Frame: To be completed within one year

      ii.            Performance Outcomes: The progress of studies will be periodically reviewed by the Advisory Committee.

    iii.            Evaluation: At the completion of the project an evaluation of the studies will be done by the Chair.

     iv.            Follow-Up: As per the progress and gaps identified during the evaluation of the research project necessary action will be taken up as follow up under the Chair.

The findings/observations and suggestions would be worked out and drawn by the Chair in relation to the objectives and the content of other six chairs established by the university with a view to synchronise the expected outcomes of main research project.  

Chairperson: Prof. K.K.Sharma

Co-ordinator: Dr. Desh Raj Sirswal

Office Secretary: Dr. Vijay Pal Bhatnagar

Websites:

http://www.existentialharmony.org/b-philosophy.php

http://philosophicalharmony.blogspot.in/

Emails: Emails: ehphilc15@gmail.com, philosophychair12@gmail.com

 

World Conference on Existential Harmony

 

World Conference on Existential Harmony

(Multi-disciplinary and holistic discourses for harmonious civilization)

(www.existentialharmony.org)

(WCEH2015)

Feb 11-14, 2015

Venue & organizer

IASE Deemed University, Gandhi Vidya Mandir,

Sardarshahar, 331401, Rajasthan, India

(www.iaseuniversity.org.in)

 

Sub themes for Thematic Sessions

 1.Harmony and Coexistence: Philosophy, Theology & Religion;

2.Harmony and Coexistence: Social and Political Philosophical Context;

3.Harmony and Coexistence: Economic Equality and Justice;

4.Harmony and Coexistence: Scientific Philosophies Context;

5.Social, Political and Economic Harmony: Theories & Ideas;

6.System Philosophy & Human Civilization;

7.Harmony in Nature: Theories, Ideas;

8.Role of Science & Technology for Harmonious Civilization;

9.Balance & Control in Nature: Orderliness, Symmetric patterns, Systemic growth & Evolution;

10.Nature & Environment : Sustainability, Perpetuality, Cyclicity, Mutual fulfillment;

11.Harmony in Civilization : Coexistence, mutual complimentarily, Humanism;

12.Harmonious Civilization : Human Aspirations, Needs and Objective;

13.Harmonization of society through harmonization of familiar relationships,

14. Harmony within Religions: Theologies and Idealism

15.Materialism : Concept of Harmony and limitations

16.Language, Communication and Media for Peace and Harmony

17.Alternative Models of Governance: Code of conducts and World Constitutions

18.Conflict centric approaches in Education

19.Global, Universal and Humanist Education

20.Content, Curriculum and Pedagogy for harmony education

21.Spirituality and Education for Harmony

22.Education Philosophy & Psychology for Harmonious Society

23.Teacher and teacher Education for Harmony & Peace

24.Changing life style & Problems of contemporary Education

25.Global scenario of Peace & Harmony Education

 

 

Important Dates

·         Registration (online) starts from 15 October, 2013

·         Abstract Submission starts from 15 December, 2013

·         Abstract submission due date: 10 August, 2014

·         Notification of acceptance due Date: 10 September, 2014

·         Full paper submission deadline 30 October, 2014

·         Short communication submission deadline 15 November, 2014

·         Poster submission deadline 15 November, 2014

·         Notification of review results 10 December, 2014

·         Resubmission deadline 30 December, 2014

·         Final acceptance of manuscripts 10 January 2015 (of full papers, posters and short communications)

·         Conference Dates 11- 14, Feb 2015

 

Contact Details:

Dr. Surendra Pathak

Project Director, Interdisciplinary Research Projects &

World Conference on Existential Harmony, IASE Deemed University,

Gandhi Vidya Mandir, Sardarshahar, 331401, Dist Churu, Rajasthan, India,

Phone: 01564 223625, Fax- 01564-220057, 2236827,

Mobile: +91-9414086007 E-mail: pathak06@gmail.com

Personal Details:

http://iaseuniversity.academia.edu/SurendraPathak

Project website and blogs

www.existentialharmony.org

Blog: http://existentialharmony.blogspot.in/

 

Second Online Session of SPPIS Haryana

Society for Positive Philosophy and Interdisciplinary Studies (SPPIS), Haryana

Second Online Session

on the theme

Development of Philosophy in India

24th June, 2014

 

 

Centre for Positive Philosophy and Interdisciplinary Studies (CPPIS), Milestone Education Society (Regd.), Pehowa (Kurukshetra)-136128

http://positivephilosophy.webs.com

A Tribute to Dr. B.R.Ambedkar on His Death Anniversary on 6th December, 2013

Dear Friends, 

 The Milestone Education Society (Regd.) Pehowa (Kurukshetra) working since 2005 in the field of  school education, social work and higher education through its research initiatives. It started Center for Positive Philosophy and Interdisciplinary Studies (CPPIS) in 2010 and contributing continuously in the field of higher education through research journals, various programmes, and published books.

The present initiative Centre for Studies in Educational, Social and Cultural Development (CSESCD) will work on the issues related to downtrodden people though its various activity like discussions, programmes and publications etc. It also promotes the ideology of the educational thinkers who positively contributed in the society.

The present book, “Ideological Crisis in Indian Society “is the first initiative of the Centre. It includes six essays of the students who participated in the essay competition organized by the Centre for Positive Philosophy and Interdisciplinary Studies (CPPIS) and the Department of Philosophy, P.G.Govt College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh to celebrate World Philosophy Day  with the theme “Indian Society and Ideological Crisis”  on 21^st November, 2013. These essays highlight writers’ thinking and need further improvement on the basis of ideas.

On the occasion of Death Anniversary of Dr. B.R.Ambedkar, we dedicated this volume to this great personality who is the real motivation for us. His vision of social democracy and equality was closely related to good society, rationality and the scientific outlook.  

I must congratulate all the members of Milestone Education Society (Regd.) Pehowa (Kurukshetra) for this new initiatives and submit my humble gratitude towards their positive efforts and kind-cooperation.

  Dr. Desh Raj Sirswal

December 06,2013

Download the book from: http://msesaim.wordpress.com/2013/12/06/ideological-crisis-in-indian-society-a-tribute-to-dr-b-r-ambedkar-on-his-death-anniversary/

Paper –I RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

Department of Philosophy,

Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra

M.Phil (PHILOSOPHY)

(w.e.f. 2014-2015)

 

Paper –I     RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

 

Time: 3 Hours

Theory Examination Marks: 80

Internal Assessment Marks: 20

         Total Marks: 100

 

Note: Out of Four Units, Eight Questions will be set. From each unit two alternative questions, equitably distributed over the unit, will be set. The examinees will have to attempt five questions in all, selecting at least one question from each unit. All the questions will be of equal marks.

 

Unit –I: Introduction to Research Methodology.

1. Meaning, Definition and Importance of Research in Philosophy.

2. Preparation of a Seminar Paper& Research Proposal/Synopsis

3. Selection of Topic and Writing of a Dissertation/Thesis

4. Methods of references and Preparation of Bibliography.

 

Unit –II: Methods for doing Philosophy:

1. Nyaya –Sutra Method

2. The Socratic Method

3. Dialectical Method.

4. Rational Dialogue Method

5. Critical Method& Analytical Method.

 

Unit-III: Things Philosophers do:

1. Exposit, Speculate, Prescribe, Describe, Criticise and Synthesis.

2. Reasoning: Inductive and Deductive

3. Objectives of Philosophy and importance of Philosophy in Recent Times

4. Philosophy and its Fundamental Basic Problems.

 

.Unit –IV:  Nature of Philosopical Inquiry:

1. How Philosophical Inquiry is different from other disciplines.

2. Synopsis as peculiar characteristic of Philosophy.

3. Some Methods of Speculative Philosophy.

4. Critical appraisal of presuppositions

 

           

RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR PAPER-I

 

1. Nyayasutra-Gautama

2. Broad, C.D., “Two Lectures on the Nature of Philosophy” in “Clarity is not

    Enough”(ed) by.H.D.Lewis, George Allen and Unwin Ltd., 1963(See First Lecture for  

    topic no.2 of Unit-IV.and see II lecture for topic no.III of Unit-IV)

3. Richard E. Creel, Thinking Philosophically, Blackwell Publishers: USA, 2001.

4. J.N.Sinha:Introduction to Philosophy, New Central Book Agency Pvt. Ltd. Kolkata 

5. Patric, G.T.W., Introduction to Philosophy, Surjeet Publicatio, Delhi.

Paper –II FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS OF PHILOSOPHY

Department of Philosophy,

Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra

M.Phil (PHILOSOPHY)

(w.e.f. 2014-2015)

 

Paper –II    FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS OF PHILOSOPHY

 

Time: 3 Hours

Theory Examination Marks: 80

Internal Assessment Marks: 20

Total Marks: 100

 

Note: Out of Four Units, Eight Questions will be set. From each unit two alternative questions, equitably distributed over the unit, will be set. The examinees will have to attempt five questions in all, selecting at least one question from each unit. All the questions will be of equal marks.

                                                                                                          

Unit-I: Metaphysics;

1. Logical Realism : Nyaya                                  

2. Momentariness: Buddhism

3. Pluralistic Realism : Jainism

4. Absolutism :Sankara

5. Pragmatism: William James

6. Realism: G.E. Moore

7. Feminism: (The Concept of the Other and Marginalization of Women.): Simone     de Beavoir

8. Existentialism: Martin Buber

 

Unit-II: Epistemology;

1. Nature & Definition of Prama and Aprama: Nyaya

2. Theory of Validity: (a). Svatahpramanyavada (Samkhya )

                                    (b). Paratahpramanyavada (Nyaya )

3. Theories of Error (Khyativada): Sankhya and Advaita Vedanta.

4. Causation: Sańkhya & Nyaya

5. Nature and Definition of Knowledge

6. Knowledge and Belief

7. Theories of Truth

8. Deconstruction: Jacques Derrida (Difference, Supplement).

 

Unit-III: Moral Philosophy and Applied Ethics:

1. Role of Nişkňma Karma in Management

2. Secularism :Vivekananda

3. Humanism : Tagore

4. Ahimsa : Gandhi & J.Krishnamurti

5. Environmental Ethics:Deep Ecology

6. Bio-Medical Ethics: Status of Foetus.

7. Medical Ethics:Suicide and Euthanasia

8. Business Ethics: Ethical Concerns

 

 

 

Unit-IV: Social and Political Philosophy:

1. Social Welfare: Bhagvadgitâ

2. Varna System: Swami Dayanand and Radhakrishanan

3. Equality & Social Justice: Dr. B.R.Ambedkar

4. Panchayati Raj: Gandhi, M.K.

5. Theory of State: Plato

6. Theory of Justice: John Rawls

7. Will to Power: Nietzsche

8. Humanism: Sartre

 

RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR PAPER-II

 

1.      Datta & Chatterjee            : An Introduction to Indian Philosophy.

2.      Harendra Prasad Sinha     : Bhartiya Darshan ki Ruprekha.

3.      S. Radhakrishanan                        : Indian Philosophy, Vol. I & II.

4.      V.P. Verma                       : Nitisastra ki Ruprekha.

5.      Lal B.K.                            : Contemporary Indian Philosophy.

6.      D.C. Ahir (Ed.)                 : The Legency of Dr. Ambedkar.

7.      B.N. Singh                        : Indian Logic

8.      P.Shah Singh                     : Anumana Parmana

9.      Masiha Yacub                   :  A Critical History of Western Philosophy.

10.  D.R. Jatav                         : Pashchatya Darshan.

11.  B.Russell                           : History of Western Philosophy.

12.  B.K. Lal.                           : Samkalin Pashchatya Darshan.

13.  V.P. Verma                       : Adhinitisastra ke Mool Siddanta.

14.  C.Chakraborty                  : Logic: Informal, Symbolic and Inductive.

15.  Swami Dayanand              : Updesh Manjri

16.  Ramnath Sharma               : Samkalin Bhartiya Darshan

17.  Baidyanath Shastri            : Darshan Tattva Vivek