Second Annual Academic Conference

Introduction

Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) encompass a vast knowledge inventory of intellectual traditions of and from India. In short, it stands for the knowledge nuggets developed and pursued in India. These traditions encompass diverse fields ranging from epistemic inquiries to engineering sciences. These knowledge frameworks, tools and systems, evolved and developed over several millennia, offer unique insights into the human condition, the natural world, and the pursuit of knowledge itself.

Recently, studies in IKS have seen an emergence. The First Annual Academic Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems held in July 2025 at New Delhi saw an enthusiastic participation of almost 450 scholars who presented their work and discussed various aspects of IKS.

About Venue

Gautam Buddha University (NAAC B+Accredited) was established in 2002 (Uttar Pradesh Act). It is located on a 511-acre eco-friendly residential campus in Greater Noida. The University offers professional programmes in various fields such as Law, Management etc. and maintains high academic and quality standards, further affirmed by its ISO 9001:2008 certification.

Inspired by India’s rich civilizational legacy and the inclusive vision of Gautam Buddha, the University integrates human values, ethical understanding, and holistic development into its academic mission. Dedicated centres such as the School of Buddhist Studies & Civilization and the Center of Linguistics and Culture Studies actively promote research in classical Indian thought, culture, languages, and knowledge traditions.

With an emphasis on interdisciplinary learning and a commitment to nurturing intellectually engaged and socially responsible individuals, GBU fosters an academic climate where ancient Indian insights can dialogue with contemporary scholarship. Its open, research-driven environment makes it an ideal venue for national and international initiatives in Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS).

Aims

The aim of this Second Annual Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems is to promote worthy research scholarship in IKS and cultivate the next generation of scholars in this domain.

IKS scholars are invited to submit their work. After acceptance from an established team of reviewers, the scholars will be given a chance to present their work orally or through posters at the conference. In addition, the conference will host invited plenary talks and panel discussions. In sum, the conference will provide a fertile space for meaningful discourses in IKS among academicians, senior scholars, young career academics, journal editors and reviewers, to flourish.

The stakeholders from industry, government and civil society organizations will also be presenting their works to foster greater collaborations and offer ideas for potential joint projects that may have direct relevance.

Objectives

• Recognize rich and rigorous scholarship in IKS domain


• Provide a forum for academicians, researchers, scholars and practitioners to present their scholarship and engage in intellectual dialogue surrounding IKS


• Encourage academic research and publication in the field of IKS


• Help develop new frameworks, theories and creative applications in IKS domain to address contemporary challenges


• Encourage cross-disciplinary collaboration and joint research projects in IKS as well as with other fields


• Cultivate a new generation of scholars in IKS and develop their networks with senior mentors