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In 2010, insightful lectures were delivered at the Chinmaya International Foundation by Prof. V. N. Jha. These lectures tackled a wide range of critical topics essential for scholars and students of Sanskrit, focusing on classical and modern research approaches. The subjects covered include:
1. Concept of ‘Research’: An exploration into truth and fact
2. Preparation for Research: Undertaking research in Vyakarana, Purva Mimamsa, and Nyaya
3. Editing as an Intellectual Exercise: A process far beyond mechanics
4. Methods of Enquiry: Focusing on epistemology
5. Models of Discourse Analysis:
i. Vada model
ii. Adhikarana model
iii. Anumana model
6. Challenges in Editing Philosophical Texts:
i. The role of commentaries
ii. The importance of understanding the subject matter
7. Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Approaches
8. Contributions of Classical Indian Intellectual Traditions
9. The Need for Clarity in Thought and Expression
10. The Supremacy of Rational Thought
11. Criteria for Objectivity and Authenticity: Importance of Sources
12. Presentation of Research Findings
13. Utilization of Modern Research Tools
14. Determining the Correct Reading of a Text
These topics highlight the intricate intellectual processes involved in Sanskrit research and the continued relevance of ancient Indian traditions in modern scholarship.
These lectures were delivered by Prof. V.N. Jha, a distinguished scholar and the former Director of the Centre for Advanced Study in Sanskrit at the University of Pune. Prof. Jha has devoted his life to the promotion of Sanskrit studies, adopting a multi-disciplinary approach that has kept the field relevant and accessible to both scholars and laypeople. His contributions have significantly impacted the way Sanskrit is studied and taught, making his insights on these topics invaluable.
