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Indian Knowledge System

About Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)

Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) represent the rich and diverse intellectual traditions that have evolved in the Indian subcontinent over thousands of years. IKS encompasses knowledge and practices related to science, technology, mathematics, medicine, agriculture, architecture, astronomy, philosophy, linguistics, arts, literature, environmental sustainability, governance, education, and social thought.
The objective of IKS is not merely to preserve traditional knowledge, but to understand, document, validate, enrich, and integrate India’s knowledge traditions with contemporary education, research, innovation, and technology.
In engineering and technical education, IKS provides opportunities to explore the scientific and technological dimensions of India's heritage and to develop innovative solutions inspired by indigenous knowledge, local resources, sustainable practices, and traditional wisdom.
 The IKS Committee of Mahila Engineering College, Ajmer is committed to creating awareness among students and faculty, encouraging interdisciplinary research, organizing lectures and activities, promoting documentation of traditional knowledge, and fostering a meaningful connection between India's knowledge heritage and contemporary academic practices.

भारतीय ज्ञान परंपरा (IKS) के बारे में

भारतीय ज्ञान परंपरा भारतीय उपमहाद्वीप में हजारों वर्षों से विकसित ज्ञान, चिंतन, विज्ञान एवं जीवन-पद्धतियों की समृद्ध और विविध परंपराओं का समुच्चय है। इसमें विज्ञान एवं प्रौद्योगिकी, गणित, चिकित्सा, कृषि, वास्तुकला, खगोल विज्ञान, दर्शन, भाषा-विज्ञान, कला, साहित्य, पर्यावरण संरक्षण, शासन-व्यवस्था, शिक्षा तथा सामाजिक चिंतन आदि अनेक क्षेत्र सम्मिलित हैं।
भारतीय ज्ञान प्रणाली का उद्देश्य केवल पारंपरिक ज्ञान का संरक्षण करना ही नहीं, बल्कि उसका अध्ययन, दस्तावेजीकरण, प्रमाणीकरण, संवर्धन तथा समकालीन शिक्षा, अनुसंधान, नवाचार और प्रौद्योगिकी के साथ सार्थक समन्वय करना है।
इंजीनियरिंग एवं तकनीकी शिक्षा के क्षेत्र में IKS विद्यार्थियों एवं शिक्षकों को भारतीय ज्ञान परंपरा के वैज्ञानिक एवं तकनीकी आयामों को समझने तथा स्थानीय संसाधनों, स्वदेशी ज्ञान, पारंपरिक तकनीकों और सतत विकास की अवधारणाओं से प्रेरित नवाचारों को प्रोत्साहित करने का अवसर प्रदान करता है।
महिला अभियांत्रिकी महाविद्यालय, अजमेर की IKS समिति विद्यार्थियों एवं शिक्षकों में भारतीय ज्ञान प्रणालियों के प्रति जागरूकता विकसित करने, अंतर्विषयक अनुसंधान को बढ़ावा देने, व्याख्यान एवं गतिविधियों का आयोजन करने, पारंपरिक ज्ञान के दस्तावेजीकरण तथा भारतीय ज्ञान परंपरा और आधुनिक शिक्षा के बीच सार्थक सेतु स्थापित करने के लिए प्रतिबद्ध है।

IKS Awareness and Enrichment Lecture Series (2026–27) VIKAS (Vision for Innovation, Knowledge, Awareness and Sustainability)

The IKS Awareness and Enrichment Lecture Series – VIKAS (Vision for Innovation, Knowledge, Awareness and Sustainability) is an initiative of the IKS Committee aimed at creating awareness and promoting deeper academic engagement with Indian Knowledge Systems.
The lecture series will provide a platform for students, faculty members, researchers, experts, and practitioners to explore various dimensions of Indian knowledge traditions and their relevance to contemporary education, science, engineering, innovation, entrepreneurship, culture, and sustainable development.

Key Objectives
To create awareness about Indian Knowledge Systems.
To explore scientific and technological dimensions of India's knowledge traditions.
To encourage interdisciplinary learning and research.
To connect traditional knowledge with contemporary innovation.
To promote sustainable and locally relevant solutions.
To encourage students to explore India's intellectual and cultural heritage.
IKS- VIKAS Programme Highlightses
Duration: One academic year (2026–27).
Frequency: Two lectures every month.
Participants: Undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Key Areas: Indian Knowledge Traditions, Ancient Indian Science & Technology, Mathematics & Astronomy, Architecture & Urban Planning, Ayurveda, Indian Education System, Sustainable Traditional Practices, and Research & Innovation in IKS. .
Learning Approach: Expert lectures, interactive discussions, Q&A sessions, case studies, and online assessments.

Indian Knowledge System (Committee)

S.No Committee Email Contact Number
1. Dr. Rakhi Khandelwal (Coordinator) iks@gweca.ac.in 0145-2695535
2. Mr. Arvind Sharma - Co cordinator iks@gweca.ac.in 0145-2695535
3. Dr. Amarjeet Poonia - Member iks@gweca.ac.in 0145-2695535
4. Dr. Prashant Kriplani - Member iks@gweca.ac.in 0145-2695535

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