CIKS
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
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.
Books by CIKS Faculty
Courses Offered
Explore diverse courses by the Centre of Excellence in IKS, focusing on ancient Indian sciences, philosophy, culture, and traditional knowledge systems.
Events
8
Dec2025
Online Certificate Course on Indian Intellectual Heritage
Time : December 8, 2025
Location :
7-Day Online Workshop on Kauṭilya’s Blueprint for Leadership: Lessons from Vinayādhikaraṇa
July 25, 2025 - July 29, 2025
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
Internships
by CIKS
A collection of insightful articles published by the CIKS Team, covering sustainable agriculture, indigenous knowledge, and rural development practices.
Projects
by CIKS
A collection of insightful articles published by the CIKS Team, covering sustainable agriculture, indigenous knowledge, and rural development practices.
Research Papers
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