Resources
Explore our curated collection of freely available resources on Indian Knowledge Systems, ranging from foundational texts to contemporary research materials.
Readings
Indian Knowledge Systems, Volume 1
Edited by Kapil Kapoor & Avadhesh Kumar Singh
A comprehensive academic collection of essays covering various facets of IKS.
SuttaCentral
Early Buddhist texts, translations, and parallels.
Pancha Siddhantika
Varahamihira's classic work on Indian astronomy.
An Introduction to Indian Philosophy
Satishchandra Chatterjee, Dhirendramohan Datta
A classic and comprehensive introduction to the major schools of Indian philosophy, ideal for all academic levels.
Essentials Of Indian Philosophy
M. Hiriyanna
A concise yet authoritative overview of Indian philosophical systems, excellent for introductory and intermediate study.
The Science And Philosophy Of Religion
Swami Vivekananda
A foundational text exploring the spiritual and philosophical underpinnings of Indian thought.
Research Review Journal of IKS
An open-access journal providing scholarly articles on diverse IKS topics.
History of Science and Technology in Ancient India
Joseph Needham
A classic work exploring the history of science and technology in ancient India.
A History Of Indian Literature, Vol 1
M. Winternitz
A foundational and comprehensive historical survey of Indian literature.
Ancient India as Described in Classical Literature
J.W. McCrindle
A historical perspective on ancient India using references from classical literary works.
The Fundamental Principles of Ayurveda
C. Dwarakanath
A concise introduction to the basic tenets and concepts of Ayurvedic science.
Ancient Indian Education
Radha Kumud Mookerji
A historical book providing a detailed account of the ancient Indian education system.
Education In Ancient India
A. S. Altekar
Another classic historical text on the education system of ancient India.
Canons Of Indian Architecture
Tarapada Bhattacharyya
A scholarly work on the principles and canons of traditional Indian architecture.
An Overview on Indian Knowledge System
A concise document providing a general overview of the IKS, its components, and its relevance.
Ashtadhyayi.com
A comprehensive interface for Paninian grammar and Sanskrit linguistic analysis.
E-Sushruta Samhita
Digital edition of the foundational text on Ayurvedic surgery.
E-Charaka Samhita
Digital edition of the fundamental text on Ayurvedic internal medicine.
Eternal Wisdom
Visual exploration of Indian philosophical wisdom.
Science and Technology in Ancient India
S.C. Kak
An academic paper discussing the history and significance of ancient Indian science and technology.
Ancient Indian Political Thought
University study material providing a survey of ancient Indian political thought and philosophy.
Political Theory Of Ancient India
A book discussing aspects of ancient Indian political theory, available on Internet Archive.
Glimpses of Ancient Indian Astronomy
A brief academic overview of the history of astronomy and mathematics in ancient India.
Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles
A detailed academic text on the core principles and philosophy of Ayurveda.
Aesthetics in Indian Art
An academic paper exploring the philosophical and cultural underpinnings of Indian artistic aesthetics.
The Inner Tradition of Yoga
A comprehensive guide to the philosophy and practice of Yoga, focusing on inner aspects.
Ancient Indian Economic Systems
A study of indigenous trade, governance, and global connections in ancient Indian economic systems.
Ancient Education System of India
A brief, introductory overview of the ancient Indian education system from NCERT.
The Nāṭyaśāstra
The foundational text of Indian performing arts, covering drama, dance, and music.
Vastu Sastra Vol.-I
A detailed historical and scientific exploration of Hindu architecture and Vastu Shastra.
The Development of the IKS
A paper discussing the historical development and scope of the IKS.
Kautilya’s Arthashastra
Tr. R. Shamasastry
The foundational text on ancient Indian statecraft, economic policy, and military strategy.
Comparative Study Of Jainism And Buddhism
An article comparing the core beliefs, practices, and philosophical nuances of Jainism and Buddhism.
Vastu Shastra: A Vedic Approach
A research paper discussing the Vedic principles and modern relevance of Vastu Shastra.
Economic Condition of Ancient India
A paper analyzing the economic structure and conditions of ancient India.
Yoga-Philosophy-Literature
A PDF discussing the philosophy and literature of Yoga, suitable for all levels.
Multimedia
Mundaka Upanishad Lectures
Swami Sarvapriyananda
Audio lectures on the Mundaka Upanishad by a respected modern exponent of Vedanta.
Katha Upanishad Lectures
Swami Sarvapriyananda
Audio lectures on the Katha Upanishad.
Indian Mathematics and Astronomy
A lecture discussing the origins and contributions of Indian mathematicians and astronomers.
Three Key Figures in Astronomy
A video highlighting Brahmagupta, Bhaskara-I, and Madhava Samgramagrama.
Introduction to Ayurveda
A brief, introductory video explaining the foundational concepts of Ayurveda.
Ayurveda: The Three Doshas
Focuses on the core concept of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha in Ayurvedic principles.
Metallurgy in Ancient India
A video exploring the advanced metallurgical techniques and innovative use of materials.
SCIENCE IN ANCIENT INDIA
A comprehensive documentary on various scientific contributions from ancient India.
Indian Classical Literature (Playlist)
A comprehensive video series covering various aspects of Indian Classical Literature.
Lecture on Indian Aesthetic
A lecture providing an academic overview of Indian aesthetics and the Natyashastra.
NatyaShastra Theories (Playlist)
A playlist dedicated to explaining the theories of drama and aesthetics from the Natyashastra.
Rasa Theory in English Literature
A focused video explaining the central concept of Rasa theory from the Natyashastra.
Ancient Indian Political Thought (Audio)
An audiobook on the political thought and institutions of ancient India.
Indian Knowledge Systems – I
Prof. Mayank N. Vahia
An introductory lecture on IKS, focusing on the holistic and multidisciplinary nature of the systems.
Course on Indian Knowledge Systems
IIT Gandhinagar
A full course from IIT Gandhinagar providing an academic, insider’s perspective on IKS.
Promoting Indian Knowledge
Prof Ganti Murthy
A lecture on the integration and promotion of IKS in modern education.
IKS in Modern Education
Prof. B. Mahadevan
A lecture on integrating IKS into modern education for groundbreaking insights.
Echoes Of India Podcast
A history podcast covering the period from Alexander’s invasion to the Gupta Empire.
IKS - Language and Literature
A lecture focusing on the literary and linguistic aspects of the Indian Knowledge System.
Ancient Indian Metallurgy
A video on India’s 5000-year metallurgical heritage and its modern relevance.
Ancient Indian Political Thought (Lecture)
A lecture on the political thought and institutions of ancient India.
The History of India Podcast
Weekly podcast covering Indian history from the 6th century B.C.
Introduction to Indian Philosophy
The introductory lecture to the NPTEL course, suitable for a quick start.
The Upanishads (Audiobook)
A free English translation audiobook of the Upanishads, foundational texts of Vedanta.
Ayurveda Foundation Course
The first episode of a free, multi-part foundation course on Ayurveda.
Fundamental Principles of Ayurveda (Videos)
A series of lectures on the fundamental principles of Ayurveda.
IKS: Bridging Ancient & Modern
Discussion demystifying IKS and its relevance in the modern context.
NPTEL: Indian Philosophy
Comprehensive university-level lecture series on major schools of philosophy.
Day 1: Relevance of IKS
Lecture providing an overview of IKS and its importance in a changing world.