A Comparative Analysis of Death: Scientific and Indian Spiritual Perspectives
The concept of death represents one of humanity’s most profound existential questions, with answers deeply rooted in cultural, philosophical, and scientific inquiry. Across the globe, different traditions offer distinct frameworks
A Deep Dive into Indian Concepts of Time: Mathematical Models and Philosophical Context in the Surya Siddhanta and Related Texts
The concept of time in ancient Indian cosmology presents a sophisticated and deeply integrated framework that spans from subatomic instants to vast cosmic eons. This article provides a comprehensive analysis
The Ethics of AI: What Would the Mahabharata Say About Machine Consciousness? — Dharma, Duty, and Moral Agency in Artificial Beings
Abstract As artificial intelligence (AI) systems grow increasingly sophisticated — exhibiting traits of reasoning, learning, adaptation, and even proto-empathy — humanity stands at an ethical crossroads. Can machines be moral
Nataraja’s Cosmic Dance & Particle Physics
Abstract.The image of Nataraja — Śiva as the Cosmic Dancer — has long served as a potent symbol of creation, preservation, dissolution, and the cyclical dynamism of the universe. In
Objective Reality as Defined by Science and Indian Spirituality
The concept of objective reality—the notion of a reality that exists independently of human perception or belief—has been a cornerstone of both scientific inquiry and philosophical traditions for centuries. In
The Science of Indian Classical Music: A Tapestry of Sound, Spirit, and Sustainability
Key Points Acoustics and Ragas: Indian classical music’s ragas rely on precise pitch relationships and microtonal shrutis, rooted in acoustic principles that influence emotional and physiological responses. Mathematical Precision: Talas
From Brahmaṇḍa to Big Bang: Bridging Indian Cosmology and Modern Physics
Introduction: Ancient Indian texts and modern cosmology both seek to explain the origin and structure of the universe, albeit in very different languages. Hindu scriptures describe a Brahmaṇḍa or “cosmic
Karma and Chaos Theory: Intersecting Philosophical and Scientific Perspectives
Abstract This article examines the parallels between the Indian concept of Karma (the law of moral causation in Hindu philosophy) and modern chaos theory (which studies how deterministic systems can
Integrating Indian Knowledge Systems in Science and Education under NEP 2020
India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 envisions an education rooted in Indian ethos and knowledge. It explicitly cites “the rich heritage of ancient and eternal Indian knowledge and thought” as
Quantum Consciousness and Indian Philosophies: Parallels and Perspectives
Introduction Can the human brain be understood as operating in a quantum state, and if so, do such quantum mind theories resonate with ancient Indian philosophical views of consciousness? This
Quantum Physics and Vedanta: Observers, Oneness, and Reality
Introduction Quantum physics and Vedantic philosophy make for an unexpected but fascinating dialogue. Both domains, one rooted in cutting-edge science and the other in ancient spiritual inquiry, grapple with deep
AI and Human-Level Consciousness: Scientific and Philosophical Perspectives
Introduction The possibility of artificial intelligence (AI) attaining human-level consciousness is a profound question that spans neuroscience, philosophy of mind, and AI research. Can a machine ever be conscious in
Federico Faggin’s Theory of Consciousness: Bridging Physics and Technology
Introduction Federico Faggin – best known as the inventor of the first microprocessor – has in recent years put forward a bold theory of consciousness that bridges subjective experience with
Quantum Entanglement and Indian Philosophical Parallels
Introduction: Entanglement as Interconnectedness Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon in modern physics where two or more particles become deeply correlated such that the state of one immediately influences the state
Indian Hindu Spirituality and Science: Intersections and Dialogues
Introduction Indian Hindu spirituality has long been intertwined with scientific thought, blending metaphysical inquiry with empirical observations. From ancient times through the modern era, Hindu philosophical concepts and scientific ideas