India’s Cultural Heritage and Identity and other Essays

Book Detail

• Author: Kapila Vatsyayan
• Brand: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 253
• Release Date: 01-01-2017
• EAN: 9788124609040
• Package Dimensions: 4.4 x 3.9 x 2.0 inches
• Language: English

Description

This volume is a collection of eight insightful lectures delivered by Dr. Kapila Vatsyayan on various occasions, including memorial lectures dedicated to eminent personalities like Ancharlott Eschmann (art historian), Dr. C.D. Deshmukh (founder of India International Centre), Prof. Birendra Kumar Bhattacharyya (writer and social worker), and Dr. D.S. Kothari (renowned scientist and Gandhian).

Dr. Vatsyayan delves into critical themes related to Indian culture, including the concepts of shastra and prayoga, marga and desi, the interplay between culture and development, the role of arts in social transformation, eco-cultural cartography of South Asia, oral and written knowledge transmission, and India's cultural identity. She also explores Hinduism as a religion of divine immanence, touching upon key philosophical concepts like purusharthas and varnashrama-dharma, which form the essence of Sanatana Dharma.

This book offers a deep understanding of India's cultural heritage and its relevance in a rapidly changing world. It emphasizes the need to preserve one's cultural identity while embracing modernity.

About the Author

Dr. Kapila Vatsyayan was a distinguished scholar in Indian arts, culture, and philosophy. A prolific writer and cultural historian, she contributed extensively to the study of Indian traditions and their evolution. Her work continues to inspire scholars, artists, and those interested in understanding India’s rich heritage.