SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai
Inception of Indian Knowledge System
as per NEP-2020
Syllabus
(w.e.f. 2024-25)
SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai
Under Graduate
Indian Knowledge System / Generic
Course Title: Inception of Indian Knowledge System
Course Credit: 02
Duration: 30 hours
Marks: 50
Mode: Offline / Online
Programme: Inception of Indian Knowledge System
U.G. Generic Course in IKS
Course Credit 02 Credit
Preamble (Brief Introduction Bharat is considered one of the oldest civilizations of the
to the Course) world. Some of the archaeological evidences proved
existence of Indus civilization in 7000 B.C.. Bhartiya
traditions, culture, cultural activities, rituals, sacraments,
painting, art of dancing, art of singing etc. is being
practiced till the modern times without knowing scientific
approaches behind that. Eternity of Indian knowledge
system proved itself that not only many rituals but also
many traditions, many streams of knowledge like
astrology, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, yoga
and meditation had been following from the starting to till
now with some changes, in the form of traditions when
that were started but overall essence of Indian knowledge
system we are following continuously.
This course is for undergraduate students to inculcate
Indian values in the students. It will promote advance
study and inter disciplinary research on all aspects of
Indian knowledge system.
Course Outcomes (COs) This course aim is-
1. to provide a tribune of our rich culture and traditions of
Indian knowledge system to students of various
discipline.
2. to develop over all understanding of the various
components of Indian knowledge system.
3. to spread awakening about scientific and eternal
knowledge of the Indian knowledge system.
4. to promote advance study and inter disciplinary
research on all aspects of Indian knowledge system.
Adding career, professional and business opportunities to
the students of various discipline.
Course Title Inception of Indian Knowledge System Hours
30
Module 1 (Credit 1): Antiquary and development of Indian knowledge system
Learning After learning the module, learners will be able to:
Outcomes 1. Recognize the sources and concept of Indian knowledge system.
2. Describe about scientific approaches and techniques, used in Indus
Valley Civilization, Vedic Civilization and others.
3. Illustrate the origin and development of astronomy and mathematics.
4. Analyze & compare the significances and benefits of life sciences in
plants, ayurveda, medicines, yoga, meditation etc.
5. Justify eternal values as a essence of life sciences in ancient India.
6. Develop scientific approach incorporated in Indian knowledge system.
Content Antiquary of Indian knowledge system
Outline ● Basic knowledge and scope of IKS 8 Hours
● Archaeological Sources of IKS- Pre historic period’s
evidences
● Indus Valley Civilization- 7 Hours
● Various aspects of Vedic civilization
● Dharma and darshan- Vedic Dharm and Shad Darshan
(6+3)
Development of scientific thoughts in ancient India
● Development of Science and Technology in ancient India
● Astronomy - Aryabhatta and Varahmihir
● Mathematics- Shulvasutra and Baksali manuscript,
Formulation of Arithmetic, Algebra and trigonometry
● Life Sciences – Life science in Plants, Anatomy,
Physiology, Ayurveda, Medicine, Microbiology, Surgery,
Yoga and Meditation etc.
Module 2 (Credit 1): Development of Engineering Science, Technology & Fine
Arts in India
Learning After learning the module, learners will be able to:
Outcomes 1. define system, methods and engineering science from ancient India
to modern times.
2. elaborate vast contribution of ancient Indian researchers, scientists
and architects to the modern world.
3. demonstrate many examples in various fields like agriculture,
industry, architecture and performing arts etc.
4. differentiate various aspects of life from ancient to modern times.
5. determine the structure and composition of Indian knowledge
system.
6. build a strong clairvoyance of the contributions of Indian knowledge
system to mankind
Content Development of Engineering Science & Technology in 8 Hours
Outline India
● Agriculture, Metallurgy
● Various Industries- Silk Industry, cotton Industry and ship
building
● Indian Fine Arts-
Cave architecture
Temple architecture 7 Hours
Vastu- Vidya
Sculpture
Forts and Stepwells
Observatories
Paintings
Development of Performing arts & culture in India-
● Music
● Art of singing
● Art of dancing
● Natyakala
● Cultural traditions
● Folk arts
Suggested Pedagogy for Teachers:
1. Project based activities and learning.
2. Presentation and case studies.
3. Film screening and book reviews.
4. Visit to historical places, archives centre, research centre or library nearby.
Assessment Criteria:
10m = Assignment/ Presentation (related to syllabus)
10m = MCQ Exam
30m = Theory exam
Bibliography:
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National Science Academy, New Delhi, 2009.
3. Datta B. and A. N. Singh, History of Hindu Mathematics: Parts I and II, Asia Publishing
House, Bombay, 1962.
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Knowledge System, vol. 1, Pub. Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, Shimla
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6. Mahadevan, B., Bhat, V.R., Pavana, N. (2022), Philosophical Systems, in Introduction to
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series, Varanasi, 2018.
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Sanskrit Sansthaan, New Delhi, 2017
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Sansthaan,Varanasi, 2017
Websites:
https://iksin dia.org/index.php
Official Websit of IKS- Indian Knowledge System
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKcf-hSlcUE
Address by Prof Kapil Kapoor | Indian Institute of Advanced Study ( FDP 2021)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDJTXNiH2_A
Mukul Kanitkar on Bharatiya Knowledge System
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uARMhv97pjk
“भारतीय ज्ञान परं परा और उसका वतत मान सन्दभत " प्रो. रजनीश कुमार शुक्ल का ववशेष व्याख्यान महात्मा गां धी अंतरराष्ट्रीय
वहं दी ववश्वववद्यालय, वधात Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi VishwaVidyalaya,Wardha
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTwgf56GbsA
Scientific History Of India | Mukul Kanitkar Lecture in DTU
https://youtu.be/gNJNmPJqXJc?si=WFBbuUT65mLZzpOW
Ancient India's Scientific Achievements & Contribution in Mathematics, Astronomy, Science
& Medicine
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