About Us

The Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems at Netaji Subhas Open University, Kolkata, has been established to advance the study and dissemination of India’s diverse intellectual traditions. The Centre engages in research, documentation, and academic initiatives that connect classical knowledge with contemporary educational contexts.

Vision
To foster appreciation, scholarly understanding, and meaningful integration of India’s knowledge heritage within modern education and research.

Mission

• To undertake interdisciplinary research, documentation, and publication on traditional Indian knowledge.
• To encourage academic discourse and capacity building through workshops, lectures, training programmes, and collaborative initiatives.
• To develop accessible learning resources and digital content for students, educators, and researchers.
• To integrate Indian knowledge perspectives into contemporary academic frameworks in a balanced and meaningful manner.

Objectives

• Promote systematic study and critical understanding of Indian knowledge systems.
• Facilitate collaboration with national and international institutions engaged in similar areas.
• Support curriculum development and pedagogical innovation rooted in India’s intellectual heritage.
• Create opportunities for outreach and community engagement to deepen cultural awareness.
• Build an evolving repository of authentic resources for scholarly and public reference.