Centre for
Indian Knowledge Systems

The Centre for IKS will be an autonomous unit driving multidisciplinary research in Indian Knowledge Systems.

Chanakya University is dedicated to the service of society through excellence in teaching, knowledge development, and practical contributions. Central to its mission is a commitment to Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), reflecting the wisdom and knowledge derived from India’s rich civilizational heritage. The establishment of a dedicated Centre for IKS will be a transformative step in realizing this commitment.

Research Areas of Focus

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Empirical Sciences in the Indian Tradition
Indian Psychology & Consciousness Studies
Bhāratīya Arthaśāstra Tradition: Jurisprudence, Governance and Political Science
Philosophical and Historical Studies
Indian Aesthetics and Linguistics

Popular Articles

Published by CIKS Team

A collection of insightful articles published by the CIKS Team, covering sustainable agriculture, indigenous knowledge, and rural development practices.

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Books by CIKS Faculty

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Courses Offered

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Events

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25

Jul
2025

7-Day Online Workshop on Kauṭilya’s Blueprint for Leadership: Lessons from Vinayādhikaraṇa

Time : July 25, 2025 - July 29, 2025

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Book discussion event organized on the account of Indian Philosophers’ Day and Śaṅkara Jayanti

May 2, 2025

Yoga Psychology Workshop

March 20, 2025 - March 22, 2025

Book Launch and Discussion on Dharmanomics By Sri Sriram Balasubramanian

November 25, 2024

The Roundtable on Dharmaśāstra and Bhāratīya Jurisprudence

November 22, 2024

Internships

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Projects

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Research Papers

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Kauṭilya Uvāca: Seeking Interest in the Adversary’s Prosperity

Author(s) : Vinayak Rajat Bhat, Tejusvi Shukla

Year : April–June 2024

Grahaṇamukura – a sixteenth century indian manual for the calculation of eclipses

Author(s) : B.S. Shylaja, Ramakrishna Pejathaya and Seetharama Javagal

Year : March 2024

Representation of the Midnight Sun in Greek and Indian Astronomical Texts

Author(s) : Ramakrishna Pejathaya, Vinay Iyer

Year : 2022

Impact of COVID-19 on Environment and Lessons from Indian Culture

Author(s) : Subbarao Jayanti, Vinayak Rajat Bhat

Year : 2022