Online Certificate Course on Arthaśāstra: Indic Civilizational Perspectives on Statecraft
Mārgaśīrṣa-Śukla-Ekādaśī Somavāsaraḥ Śobhakṛt Saṃvatsaraḥ – Śivājī Jayantī
Course Overview
Explore the flagship Online Certificate Course, “Arthaśāstra: Indic Civilizational Perspectives on Statecraft,” meticulously crafted by the Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems at Chanakya University. This immersive four-month program delves into the rich heritage of Indian statecraft, extending beyond Kauṭilya’s Arthaśāstra to encompass diverse Arthaśāstras across epochs. Gain a comprehensive understanding of governance, law, economics, foreign policy, military, and strategic studies within India’s historical context. Engage with enlightening lectures by seasoned experts and emerging scholars, with the content compiled into an edited book for further reference.
Course Purpose
As India rises globally, this course bridges ancient wisdom and modern challenges. Experts from various domains encourage interdisciplinary discussions, fostering fresh insights for the present and future. Reviving historical perspectives, the initiative inspires a nuanced approach to contemporary scenarios across diverse fields.
Course Outcomes
- Fresh Insights and Perspectives
- Interdisciplinary Understanding
- Engaging Discussions and Networking
- E-Certificate of Participation
- Accessibility and Inclusivity
Program Structure
| Sl.No. | Theme | Speaker | Dates |
| 1 | The Arthaśāstra Tradition: Kauṭilya and Beyond | Kum Ami Ganatra | 19.02.2024 |
| 2 | The Structure and Essence of the Arthaśāstra | Dr. Vinayak Rajat Bhat | 28.02.2024 |
| 3 | Amātya: Ministers and Machinery from the Lens of Arthaśāstra | Shri Vishwanathan P | 6.03.2024 |
| 4 | Janapda: Socio-cultural Perspectives of Territory | Dr. Gauri Mahulikar | 13.03.2024 |
| 5 | Kośa, Trade, and Revenue from the Lens of the Arthaśāstra | Sri Sriram Balasubramanian | 20.03.2024 |
| 6 | Mitra: Śādguṇya Siddhānta and Foreign Policy | Dr. Nanda Kishor | 27.03.2024 |
| 7 | Indriyajaya: Indic Perspectives on Leadership | Sri Raghava Krishna | 3.04.2024 |
| 8 | Janapada: Territory from the Lens of Sovereignty | Sri M S Chaitra | 10.04.2024 |
| 9 | Daṇḍa: Indic Perspectives on Law | Sri Kashyap Naik | 17.04.2024 |
| 10 | Kauṭilyan Vidyāsamuddeśa and Measurement of National Power | Sri Saurav Sarmah | 24.04.2024 |
| 11 | Arthaśāstra on Military Strategy | Brig JS Rajapurohit | 1.05.2024 |
| 12 | Kūṭayuddha: Cognitive Warfare in Arthaśāstras | Kum Tejusvi Shukla | 8.05.2024 |
Fee Structure
| Students | INR 1500 |
| Research Scholars | INR 1500 |
| Others (Academicians, Corporates, Enthusiasts) | INR 5000 |
| Foreign Participants | USD 75 |
Registration link and QR Code:
https://forms.gle/zDNXR4q9uoja1mdn8
Payment link:
For any queries, reach out to us at:
iks-centre@chanakyauniversity.edu.in
Course Coordinators
| Dr. Vinayak Rajat Bhat Associate Professor, | Ms Tejusvi Shukla Research Associate |