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This book presents fifty-three essays examining contemporary Indian discourse across political, social, and cultural dimensions. It analyzes Indian Knowledge Systems, historical narratives, and their relevance to modern governance and education. Essays explore women empowerment through Bharatiya perspectives, foreign policy challenges, and the contributions of historical icons to Indian civilization. Comprehensive collection of 53 essays examining contemporary Indian political, social, and cultural discourse Critical analysis of Indian Knowledge Systems and their relevance to modern higher education Examination of historical narratives and their impact on contemporary Indian identity formation Detailed discussion of women empowerment through Bharatiya perspectives and traditional frameworks Analysis of foreign policy challenges including terrorism, international relations, and regional security The author critically examines contemporary issues including cancel culture, terrorism, and international relations while proposing frameworks rooted in Indian philosophical traditions. Essential reading for scholars, policymakers, and students interested in understanding contemporary Indian thought and its civilizational foundations. This title has been co-published with Knowledge World Publishers. T&F does not sell or distribute the print versions in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri lanka.

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Author:   Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Weight:   0.600kg
ISBN:  

9781041255536

ISBN 10:   1041255535
Pages:   228
Publication Date:   26 March 2026
Audience:   College/higher education ,  College/higher education ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Preface History/Bharatiya Narratives Aryan Invasion Theory and Dravidian Distortions 'Integral Humanism' for Contemporary Bharat How Science Exposes the Left 'Distorians' Wokeism and the Preferential Manipulation of Identity Imagined Histories in Independent India Doublethink, Doublespeak and Dystopia Universal vs Unique Values, Multiculturalism vs Monoculturalism Woke Chokehold on Debate, Discussion is Growing Cancel Culture and Public Space in India Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) Higher Education Agenda for New Government Classical Indian Buddhism and Indian Knowledge Systems Inclusive and Expansive: A Bharatiya Narrative for Climate Change Varieties of Democracy (V-Dem) Report 2024: A Political Hatchet Job in the Name of Research Diversity: Jawaharlal Nehru University's (JNU's) Experience of Fighting Stereotypes Viksit Bharat@2047: A Clarion Call for Institutes and Students JNU will Seek the World: Not its Validation Challenges to Higher Education in Amrit Kaal Transform Higher Education by Seizing the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Moment National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Deletions: There is No Conspiracy The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Textbook debate is Unnecessary Tech-Driven Education in India: Bridging the Gap Nari Shakti (Women) Women Empowerment: Less Remembered Legacy of Dr Ambedkar Draupadi: Feminist of Bharat Women's Issues are not a Matter of Politics Celebrating the Bharatiya Narrative on Feminism HT G20 Agenda: Nari Shakti to be a Driver of Change in India Mann ki Baat: A Bullhorn for Women's Empowerment Towards an India Where Women Lead Social Issues A New Dawn in the Northeast Transformed Kashmir is a Tribute to Dr SP Mukherjee The Shadow of Violence: Confronting Issues in Manipur and Beyond Science and spirituality in Indian Knowledge Systems: Learning from Swami Vivekananda and Ranganathananda Civilisational Connection of Ayodhya's Ram Temple Perception Warfare Subverting Democracies and Societies India's Rich Democratic Legacy: From Uttaramerur to Anubhava Mandapa Foreign Policy Kachchatheevu and the Debate on Geo-economics and Maritime Security A New Kind of Terrorism: Savvier, Yet Deadlier Sudan's Human Rights Crisis and an Exercise in Global Hypocrisy Terrorism as Business and Some NGOs as Fronts Silence of the Liberals on Pakistan's Expulsion of the Afghans Terrorism as a Banality of Radical Evil Terrorism as an Instrument of Foreign Policy Trudeau's Domestic Politics Masquerades as Foreign Policy G20 Summit Showed Civilisational Unity of Bharat International NGOs Interfere, Set Agendas Globally Icons Strategic Genius: Shivaji's Contributions to Indian Defence Ahilyabai Holkar: Reformer, Cultural Patron and a Leader Savarkar, Unsung Hero, Nationalist and Intellectual Relevance of Lok Nayak J.P. Narayan and Sampoorna Kranti Today How the Nehruvian State Tried to Cancel Ambedkar Omission of Indian National Army (INA) and Netaji: A Tale of Political Expediency Over Historical Legacy Henry Kissinger: Academic and Diplomat 350th Year of Chhatrapati Shivaji's Coronation Index

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Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit is distinguished academic and administrator currently serving as the Vice-Chancellor of Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. She completed her education at Presidency College, Chennai, before earning her MPhil and PhD in International Politics from Jawaharlal Nehru University. Prof. Pandit began her teaching career at Goa University (1988), followed by her long stint at Savitribai Phule Pune University as a professor. Her major works include Parliament and Foreign Policy in India (1990) and Restructuring Environmental Governance in Asia-Ethics and Policy (2003). She has co-authored and edited multiple volumes, including Transformation of India’s Foreign Policy: Shaping the Global Order as a Responsible Power (2024).

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