About Gurugram University

The Gurugram University, Gurugram which is a State University came into existence on the 30th May, 2017 under the provision of Haryana Act. No. 17 of 2017. The university is providing academic leadership in the region to satisfy the need and the desire of the students who want to explore their creative intellect and learning aptitude in various Graduate, Post Graduate and Doctoral programs. The university has 62 affiliated colleges with more than 50,000 students enrolled in 91 programs offered by the University to provide diversified career options at national and global level. The Gurugram University is striving to beone of the most prestigious University in Haryana and is likely to be a microcosm of the Indian nation, drawing students from every nook and corner of the country and from every group and stratum of society. The aim of the Gurugram University is to produce among the best-in-class knowledge creators, problem solvers and process managers, who also display deep social, cultural, ecological and national sensitivity, are collaborative leaders and responsible citizens

About Department of Indian Knowledge and Languages

Department Overview:

The Department of Indian Knowledge and Languages is dedicated to fostering professionals with skills in languages, intercultural communication, and cultural understanding. It offers intensive language programs in Hindi, Sanskrit and Hindu Studies.

Objective: To promote the study and dissemination of Indian knowledge systems, classical and modern Indian languages, and their contributions to philosophy, literature, and cultural heritage.
Scope: Covers the study of languages like Sanskrit, Hindi, and regional languages, along with interdisciplinary studies in Indian philosophy, history, and culture.

Objectives of the Conference

The key objectives of this international conference are as follows:

To explore the philosophical essence of the Śrīmadbhagavad Gītā in relation to metaphysical, ethical, and spiritual dimensions of IKS.
To reinterpret the Gītā as a practical guide for individual and collective transformation within the framework of Indian cultural values.
To study the epistemological and pedagogical relevance of Gītā-based learning models in contemporary education systems.
To analyse the integration of Gītā principles in modern disciplines such as psychology, management, governance, and wellness studies.
To establish academic collaborations and resource development for teaching and research on the Gītā and IKS.
To encourage young scholars and educators to engage with traditional texts through interdisciplinary and practice-oriented sessions.
To contribute to the global understanding of the Indian Knowledge System by highlighting the universality and timelessness of Gītā philosophy.
To promote the creation of digital and pedagogical resources such as translations, commentaries, and teaching aids that bring Gītā learning to a wider audience.

Through these objectives, the conference seeks to affirm that the Śrīmadbhagavad Gītā is not merely a text of the past but a living tradition that continues to guide humanity towards harmony, wisdom, and liberation.

Expected Outcomes

Publication of Proceedings and Research Papers reflecting multidisciplinary perspectives on the Gītā and IKS.
Creation of a knowledge network connecting scholars, educators, and institutions working on Gītā-based research and pedagogy.
Development of educational modules and workshops that integrate Gītā philosophy into curricula on ethics, leadership, and well-being.
Promotion of cross-cultural dialogues on the universality of Gītā teachings and their relevance to global peace and sustainability.
Documentation of traditional commentaries and oral traditions, preserving interpretive diversity within the Gītā tradition.
Encouragement of interdisciplinary research projects linking IKS with contemporary fields such as cognitive science, environmental ethics, and mindfulness studies.

Sub-titles / Allied Aspects of the Theme

Papers are invited on the following sub-themes and allied areas:

1. Philosophical and Theoretical Dimensions

Gītā and the Upaniṣads: The continuity of Vedāntic wisdom and the synthesis of Śruti and Smṛti.
Sāṅkhya Philosophy in the Gītā: Relationship between Puruṣa, Prakṛti, and cosmic evolution.
Philosophy of Yoga in the Gītā: Integration of Karma Yoga, Jñāna Yoga, and Bhakti Yoga as paths to realization.
Various Philosophical Interpretations of the Gītā: Advaita, Viśiṣṭādvaita, Dvaita, and modern commentarial traditions.
The Science of Knowledge, Action, and Devotion: Harmonizing Jñāna, Karma, and Bhakti for integrated living.
Three Qualities (Triguna) in the Gītā: Their psychological, ethical, and cosmological significance.
Dharma and Duty in the Gītā: The foundation of ethical action and social responsibility.
Importance of Logic in Decision-Making: The role of Buddhi Yoga and Viveka in moral reasoning.

2. Psychological, Ethical, and Spiritual Insights

Self-Management through the Gītā: Cultivating self-awareness, emotional control, and personal discipline.
Stress Management in the Gītā: Overcoming anxiety and conflict through Samatva and Nishkāma Karma.
Gītā for Leadership: Transformational leadership rooted in Dharma, integrity, and inner strength.
Ethical Decision-Making and the Global Challenges: The Gītā’s relevance to contemporary moral dilemmas, sustainability, and peace.
Holistic Development in the Light of the Gītā: Physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of growth.
Gītā and Ayurveda: Interconnection between mental health, Sattva Guna, and holistic well-being.

3. The Gītā and Indian Knowledge Traditions

The Gītā as a synthesis of Vedic, Upaniṣadic, Sāṅkhya, and Yoga philosophies.
Comparative study of classical commentaries—Śaṅkara, Rāmānuja, Madhva, Abhinavagupta, Gandhi, and Tilak.
Śrīmadbhagavad Gītā and the transmission of Śāstra-jñāna (scriptural knowledge) within IKS.
Parā and Aparā Vidyā in the Gītā: The framework of holistic education.
The Gītā as a bridge between philosophy, psychology, and applied sciences in IKS.

4. Education, Pedagogy, and Research

Gītā-based value education and moral instruction for modern learners.
Teacher–student relationship in the Gītā: Guru-Śiṣya Paramparā and transformative learning.
Pedagogical implications of Śravaṇa, Manana, and Nididhyāsana.
Integrating Gītā studies in the National Education Policy (NEP-2020) framework.
Digital resources, translations, and new methodologies for Gītā learning and dissemination.

5. Leadership, Governance, and Management

Rājadharma and the ethics of governance in the Gītā.
Karma Yoga as a model for effective and ethical leadership.
Strategic clarity, motivation, and mindfulness in administration.
Decision-making guided by Buddhi Yoga: The logic of right action.
Organizational well-being through Lokasaṅgraha—collective welfare as leadership principle.

6. Gītā and Health, Wellness, and Psychology

Yogaḥ karmasu kauśalam: Efficiency and mindfulness in daily life.
Samatva and emotional regulation: Psychological insights from the Gītā.
Integrating Gītā principles with Āyurveda for holistic health and mental harmony.
Application of Gītā teachings in counselling, therapy, and wellness education.

7. Global and Comparative Perspectives

The Gītā and world philosophies: Cross-cultural dialogues in ethics and spirituality.
Global ethical challenges and Gītā’s message of peace, sustainability, and compassion.
Gītā as a source of universal human values: From personal enlightenment to global harmony.
Interpreting the Gītā in modern scientific and environmental contexts.

8. Cultural and Aesthetic Dimensions

Representation of Gītā themes in performing arts, literature, and visual media.
Aesthetic and symbolic interpretations: The battlefield as a metaphor for the inner self.
Gītā Pāṭha, recitation traditions, and performative pedagogy.
Cultural and creative dissemination of Gītā through art, dance, theatre, and storytelling.

9. Contemporary Applications and Innovations

Gītā for youth empowerment, ethical entrepreneurship, and character building.
Incorporating Gītā teachings into social work, community leadership, and interfaith dialogue.
Innovative research and experiential workshops on Gītā-based living.
Developing Gītā-centered curricula for universities and IKS research centers.