INTRODUCTION TO UPANISHADS
| Name of the Course: | : Introduction to Upanishads |
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| Offered By | Department of Sanskrit |
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| Course Offered During the Years: | 2021-22 to Present |
| Course Intake: | 100 |
| Duration of the Course: | 40 Hours |
| Minimum Eligibility: | |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof. Karansinh Parmar |
Aim and Objectives:
- To spread awareness about Indian Knowledge among young generation.
- To inculcate values and skills among students for Indian knowledge reservoir.
- To provide solutions / alternative to the world on the basis of Indian /knowledge System.
- To generate interest towards Indian Ethos for enhancing the acceptance of Indian Knowledge System at global level.
Course outcomes:
- Employability, Skill Development,
- Knowledge of Indian Knowledge System will expand critical thinking capacity and confidence as well as self-esteem and respect for the Nation and its Heritage.
Unit 1: Introduction to Vedic Literature and Upanishads
- Vedic literature and its historical significance
- Definition of Upanishads
- Significance of Upanishads in the Vedic tradition
Unit 2: Major Upanishads-
- Ishavasya Upanishad, Kena Upanishad, Katha Upanishad, Prashn Upanishad, Mundaka Upanishad
Unit -3 Major Upanishads –II
- Mandukya Upanishad, Taittiriya Upanishad, Aitaireya Upanishad, Chandogya Upanishad, Bruhdaranyaka Upanishad.
Unit 4: Stories and Teachings of Upanishads
- Stories in the Upanishads
- Ethical and moral implications of the Upanishadic teachings