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Special Edition- 2

VOL-2

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 Abhinavdhara – IJIIS​

Explore the Special Edition-2 of Abhinavdhara (IJIIS) featuring peer-reviewed research articles on Indic Studies, Sanskrit, Indian Philosophy, and Culture.

 

SRIJANSHODH 2026

International conference on Indian Knowledge Systems, Art, Design, Wellness, and Cultural Heritage                 

 

Organised by ​

 Shabdārambh:

Global Academy of Art,Culture, Languages & Wellness Date: 29th & 30th August 2026 (virtual mode) 

Chief Editor

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​​​​​​​Dr. Supriya Sanju

Founder Director Shabdārambh:

Global Academy of Culture, Languages & Wellnes

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Dr. Rakesh Kumar Chaudhary

Director

Shabdārambh: Global Academy of Art

EDITORS MESSAGE

​Abhinavdhara – International Journal of Innovation in Indic Studies (IJIIS) is pleased to present this special issue featuring selected research papers contributed to the SRIJANSHODH 2026 International Conference.The conference brought together scholars, researchers, academicians, artists, and practitioners from diverse fields to engage in meaningful discussions on Indian Knowledge Systems, Art, Design, Wellness, and Cultural Heritage. The research presented during the conference reflected the richness of India’s intellectual and cultural traditions while highlighting their relevance in the contemporary world.This special issue is a humble effort to preserve and further disseminate the valuable academic contributions presented at the conference. It aims to provide a platform for original research, critical reflections, interdisciplinary dialogue, and the exploration of new perspectives in the fields of Indian knowledge traditions, art, design, wellness, and cultural heritage.Through this publication, we hope to encourage further research, promote scholarly exchange, and strengthen the connection between traditional knowledge and contemporary academic inquiry. We believe that the contributions included in this issue will inspire researchers and readers to explore the diverse dimensions of India’s knowledge heritage and its continued significance in shaping a sustainable and culturally enriched future.We express our heartfelt gratitude to all the authors, reviewers, scholars, artists, academicians, and conference collaborators whose valuable contributions, dedication, and support have made this special issue possible. Their commitment to research, knowledge creation, and cultural preservation has enriched the academic purpose of SRIJANSHODH 2026.We sincerely hope that this special issue will serve as a meaningful academic resource and contribute to the ongoing discourse on Indian Knowledge Systems, creativity, cultural heritage, and holistic well-being.

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Memes as Contemporary Visual Culture: An Indian Knowledge Systems Perspective

Sakshi Rohilla
Research Scholar, Amity School of Fine Arts, Amity University Haryana, 122413, India
Email: sakshirohilla@outlook.com

Dr. Rakesh Kumar Chaudhary
Head of Department and Assistant Professor-III,
Amity School of Fine Arts, Amity University Haryana

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Indian Knowledge Systems and Environmental Sustainability: A Philosophical Perspective

Rumi Baishya
, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy
Kumar Bhaskar Varma
Sanskrit and Ancient Studies University, Namati, Nalbari, Assam.

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Sustainable art practice and involvement of a community-based social project

Bhanu Gola
Assistant Professor, Fine Art Department (UID)
Chandigarh University, Mohali

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Representations of Radha and Krishna in Rajasthani Miniature Painting: A Comparative Analysis of the Mewar, Kishangarh, and Bundi Styles

Dr. Priyanka Yadav, Assistant Professor
Meghana Bhaskara, Assistant Professor
School of Design & Innovation, RV University.

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From Shloka to Strategy: Learning the Bhagavad Gita’s Teachings Through a Card Game Method

Dr. Shaina Nayyar
Associate Professor, Fine Arts Department (UID),
Chandigarh University Mohali, India

Dr. Vandana Dutt
Professor, Fine Arts Department (UID)
Chandigarh University Mohali, India

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गारो, ख़ासी एवं जयंतिया जनजातीय नृत्य परम्परा का अध्ययन

निवेदिता पाण्डेय
मंच कला संकाय, काशी हिंदू विश्वविद्यालय, वाराणसी

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भारतीयज्ञानपरम्परायां शास्त्रीयसङ्गीतस्य वैश्विककल्याणे योगदानम्

Bhamathi
Assistant Professor of Sanskrit, MES Institute of Management, Bengaluru

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Ecological Patterns in the descriptions of the Ādikāvya Rāmāyaṇa

Shri Animesh Adhyapok
Research Scholar
Department of Sanskrit, Assam University, Silchar

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Divine Narratives on Wheels: Iconographic Syncretism and Vaishnavite Devotion in Manipur's Kang Chingba

Raviprakash Saikhom
Research Scholar, Dept. of Fine Arts, Manipur University

Dr. Meinam Irikhomba Meetei
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Fine Arts, Manipur University


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The Abaya as Traditional Muslim Attire: An Analysis of Silhouettes in the Indian Context

Ms. Nazia Begum,
Research Scholar, Fashion Design Department,
Banasthali Vidyapith, Tonk, Rajasthan

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The Visual Representation of Indian Mythology in Contemporary Video Games

Naveen Kumar, Vinit Bihari
Department of Fine Art, Chitkara Design School, Chitkara University, Rajpura, Punjab, India
Parthasarathy Pk
Chitkara Centre for Game Design & Immersive Technologies, Chitkara University, Rajpura, Punjab
Corresponding author.

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Bridging Artificial Intelligence and Shilpa Shastra for the Preservation of Indian Temple Sculptures

Aanshi Gupta
(Former Student), bachelor’s in fine arts 2018-2022
(Jamia Millia Islamia), Master's in Drawing and Painting 2022-2024
(Indira Gandhi National Open University

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Semiotic Interpretations of the Terracotta Mother Goddess Figurines of the Indus Valley Civilization

Ananya Agrawal
Research Scholar, Department of Plastic Arts, Faculty of Visual Arts,
Banaras Hindu University

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दृष्टिबाधित विद्यार्थियों के लिए सितार शिक्षण: तीन अध्ययन-प्रसंगों पर आधारित एक गुणात्मक अध्ययन

दिव्या साहू
शोधार्थी, वाद्य विभाग, काशी हिन्दू विश्वविद्यालय
प्रो. राजेश शाह
वाद्य विभागाध्यक्ष काशी हिन्दू विश्वविद्यालय

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Rasa, Bhav and Abhinaya: A pathway to ‘Meditation in Motion

Radhika Gowardhan
Research Scholar, Sir J. J. School of Design.
Prof. Dr. Jagdish Khaire
Dean, Sir J. J. School of Design.

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The Ramayana: Foundation of Indian Knowledge System and Cultural Heritage

Dr. Nurima Yeasmin
Assistant Professor, Department of Sanskrit Sahitya,
Kumar Bhaskar Varma Sanskrit and Ancient Studies University, Nalbari

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Representations of Radha and Krishna in Rajasthani Miniature Painting: A Comparative Analysis of the Mewar, Kishangarh, and Bundi Styles

Dr. Priyanka Yadav, Assistant Professor
Meghana Bhaskara, Assistant Professor
School of Design & Innovation, RV University.

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भारतीय ज्ञान परंपरा के संरक्षण एवं संवर्धन में हिंदी साहित्य की भूमिका

डॉ. छाया
सहायक प्राध्यापिका (हिंदी विभाग)
कॉलेज: निरंकारी बाबा गुरबचन सिंह मेमोरियल महाविद्यालय, सोहना

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Beyond Language Loss: Digital Media and the Transformation of Tharu Cultural Knowledge in the Twenty-First Century

Aman Singh
Research Scholar, Amity University (ASFA), Gurugram (Haryana),
Assistant Professor, Chandigarh University (UID), Mohali (Punjab)
Dr. Animesh Mahata
Assistant Professor, Amity University (ASFA), Gurugram (Haryana).

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Calligraphy as a Pedagogical Bridge: Reviving India’s Written Heritage through Art-Integrated Learning under NEP 2020

Raghunita Gupta
Founder and Managing Director
The Calligraphy Foundation (Independent Institution), New Delhi, India

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ART CLASSES: A MEDIUM FOR ART INTEGRATION – INTERDISCIPLINARY LESSON PLANS

Ms. Sobia,
Research Scholar, Department of Art Education
Faculty of Fine Arts, Jamia Millia Islamia
Prof. Mamoon Nomoni
HOD, Department of Art Education,
Faculty of Fine Arts, Jamia Millia Islamia

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बनारस घाट को चित्रित करने वाले प्रमुख भारतीय चित्रकारों का अध्ययन

सतीश कुमार पटेल, शोध छात्र, चित्रकला विभाग , दृश्य कला संकाय, बी एच यू

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Traditional Architecture as Cultural Heritage: Living Spaces, Memories and Knowledge

Rupam Ahuja
Assistant professor
Jagannath University, Bahadurgarh, Haryana

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From Dharma to Sustainability: Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Environmental Ethics

Dr. Papori Boruah
Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy
Kumar Bhaskar Varma Sanskrit and Ancient Studies University, Nalbari

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Indian Knowledge Systems for Global Well-being and Sustainable Development: Relevance and Contemporary Applications in Higher Education

Ms. Varsha Bhatnagar
Assistant Professor, Jagannath Community College
Jagannath University,Bhadurgarh

Ms Namrata Chadha
Assistant Professor, Jagannath Community College
Jagannath University,Bhadurgarh

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Vedic Knowledge in the Modern Age: Making Ancient Wisdom Meaningful for Young Minds


Namrata Chadha
Assistant Professor
Jagannath University, Bahadurgarh, Haryana

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Indian Knowledge Systems and Biophilic Design: Exploring Traditional Connections Between Nature and Built Environment

Varsha Shukla
Assistant Professor, Department of Interior Design,
Jagannath Community College, New Delhi

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Traditional Arts and Craft Knowledge Systems in Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS): A Framework for Cultural Preservation and Sustainable Development

Prof. Spardha
Assistant Professor, Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar

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Between Roots and Screens: How Older Gen Alpha Interprets Cultural Heritage through Self-Expression

Gourav Goel
PhD Scholar, Symbiosis International University

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Symbolism in the Works of Modern Indian Artists: Visual Language, Identity, and Cultural Memory from the Bengal School to Contemporary Practice.

Dr. Manvir Kaur
Assistant Professor,
G.S.S.D.G.S. Khalsa College, Patiala

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An analytical study of linear drawing in the Khutlou Manuscripts of Manipur

Kshetrimayum Aasyothama Singh, Research Scholar
Department of Fine Arts, Manipur University, Canchipur, Imphal, Manipur

Dr. Akoijam Pete Meitei, Assistant Professor
Ibotombi Institute of Education (IIE), Canchipur

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Language as a Bridge to Dharma: Csoma de Kőrös’s Linguistic Contributions to Buddhist Studies

Pooja Nehra, Research Scholar
Faculty of Fine Arts, Swami Vivekanand Subharti University, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
Dr. Vidhi Khandelwal, Faculty of Fine Arts
Swami Vivekanand Subharti University, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India

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ओडिशा की पट्ट चित्रकला : अतीत एवं वर्तमान

कौशिकी चौहान,
शोध छात्रा, चित्रकला विभाग, दृश्य कला संकाय,
काशी हिन्दू विश्वविद्यालय,वाराणसी

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पारंपरिक कुम्हारी कला में कार्यरत महिलाओं की स्थिति


शिवांगी गुप्ता
शोध छात्रा ,पॉटरी सिरामिक, मूर्तिकला विभाग
दृश्य कला संकाय, काशी हिंदू विश्वविद्यालय, वाराणसी

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Iconography & Symbolism in Indian Art

Neeta R Chaudhary
Freelance Lecturer, Visual Communication

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The Traditional Musical Instruments of the Jaunsari Tribe of Uttarakhand: A Reflection of Their Distinctive Culture

Deepshikha Dhiman
Research Scholar, Pt. Lalit Mohan Sharma, SDSUV Campus, Rishikesh,
Rinku das
Research Scholar, Dr Shiwanand Nautiyal, Govt. PG College, Karanprayag,

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Visual Tradition in Agricultural Ritual of the Nyishi Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh

Taba Yaniya
Research Scholar, Department of Visual Arts, Assam University Silchar
Prof. Abhibrata Chakrabarty,
Professor, Department of Visual Arts, Assam University Silchar

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भारतीय आधुनिक विज्ञापन कला में उपभोक्ता मनोविज्ञान और दृश्य सौंदर्य का संबंध

Ravi Kant Pandey
Assistant Professor, Applied Art
College of Arts and Crafts, Lucknow, Faculty of Fine Art, University of Lucknow

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Traditional Indian Visual Language and Symbolism: Specifically in the Context of Mural Paintings of the World's Oldest City, Kashi

Shreya Prajapati - Research Scholar
Dept. of Painting, Faculty of Visual Arts/ Banaras Hindu University
Prof. Saroj Rani
Dept. of Painting, Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Banaras Hindu University

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Traditional Masks of India is A Regional Study of Cultural Heritage, Ritual Practices, and Folk Performance

Dr. Gauri Shree Bagul
Assistant Professor
Sir J. J. School of Art, Architecture and Design.

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भारतीय कला में दृश्य भाषा, प्रतीकवाद, शिल्प कौशल और सांस्कृतिक प्रतीकों का अध्ययन

महेंद्र प्रताप दिनकर, Ph.D. रिसर्च स्कॉलर
कॉलेज ऑफ़ फाइन आर्ट, तीर्थंकर महावीर यूनिवर्सिटी, मुरादाबाद, इंडिया

डॉ. दीपक कुमार विश्वकर्मा (असिस्टेंट प्रोफेसर)
कॉलेज ऑफ़ फाइन आर्ट, तीर्थंकर महावीर यूनिवर्सिटी, मुरादाबाद, इंडिया

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Health Infographics: An Effective Visual Key Element in Government Health Advertising Campaign on Water-borne Diseases in Maharashtra

Rahul Dhondiram Thorat
Research Scholar, Department of Visual Arts, School of Design
Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun

Dr. Anirban Dhar
Assistant Professor, Department of Visual Arts, School of Design,
Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun

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Revisiting Paurāṇika Literature as a Repository of Indian Knowledge Systems: Preserving and Transmitting the Theory of the Six Fine Arts

Krishna Kumar,
Assistant Professor
Amity School of Architecture and Planning,
Amity University Lucknow

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Healing Through Raga: A Critical Examination of the Therapeutic Role of Indian Classical Music in Stress Management

Dr. Ruchira Tiwari Sharma Assistant Professor, Department of Music Ruchira Music Academy, Mathura, India

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