The great hindu civilisation : achievement, neglect, bias and the way forward /
Varma, Pavan K.,
The great hindu civilisation : achievement, neglect, bias and the way forward / Pavan K. Varma. - Chennai : Westland Non-Fiction, 2024. - 416 pages ; 23 cm.
Examines the historical development, achievements, and contemporary challenges of Hindu civilisation.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction -- What is Hindu civilisation? -- The Vedas and Upanishads -- Epics and Puranas -- Philosophy and spiritual traditions -- Science, mathematics and knowledge systems -- Literature, art and architecture -- Colonial interpretations -- Contemporary debates on Hindu identity -- Achievement, neglect, bias and the way forward -- Conclusion.
The book The Great Hindu Civilisation offers an accessible survey of the historical, philosophical, and cultural evolution of Hindu civilisation. Pavan K. Varma examines its foundational texts, intellectual traditions, scientific achievements, literature, art, and social institutions while discussing how colonial interpretations and modern political debates have influenced its perception. The book seeks to provide a balanced understanding of Hindu civilisation's achievements, challenges, and continuing relevance in contemporary India.
9789395073288 (paperback)
Hindu civilization.
India--Civilization.
Hinduism.--History.
Hindu philosophy.
Indic literature --History and criticism.
294.50954 / VAR/G
The great hindu civilisation : achievement, neglect, bias and the way forward / Pavan K. Varma. - Chennai : Westland Non-Fiction, 2024. - 416 pages ; 23 cm.
Examines the historical development, achievements, and contemporary challenges of Hindu civilisation.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction -- What is Hindu civilisation? -- The Vedas and Upanishads -- Epics and Puranas -- Philosophy and spiritual traditions -- Science, mathematics and knowledge systems -- Literature, art and architecture -- Colonial interpretations -- Contemporary debates on Hindu identity -- Achievement, neglect, bias and the way forward -- Conclusion.
The book The Great Hindu Civilisation offers an accessible survey of the historical, philosophical, and cultural evolution of Hindu civilisation. Pavan K. Varma examines its foundational texts, intellectual traditions, scientific achievements, literature, art, and social institutions while discussing how colonial interpretations and modern political debates have influenced its perception. The book seeks to provide a balanced understanding of Hindu civilisation's achievements, challenges, and continuing relevance in contemporary India.
9789395073288 (paperback)
Hindu civilization.
India--Civilization.
Hinduism.--History.
Hindu philosophy.
Indic literature --History and criticism.
294.50954 / VAR/G