History of Indian Culture and Civilization (Generic Elective)

Paper Code:

24GHIS 201

Credits:

Contact Hours:

60.00

Max. Marks:

100.00

Objective:

Course Objectives

In this course, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of Indian culture, focusing on the emergence of various religions and their significant contributions. They will develop a nuanced comprehension of the intricate relationship between continuity and change within Indian society, bridging the gap between the past and the present societal structures. Furthermore, students will critically evaluate the contributions of renowned scholars and poets to India's rich literary heritage, thus deepening their appreciation for the cultural and intellectual legacy of the country.

Course Outcomes:

Course Outcomes (CO)

Course

Learning outcomes (at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

24GHIS 201

History of Indian Culture and Civilization

CO1-Examine the main features of Indian culture Vedas and Upanishadic Philosophy and Epics.

CO2-Develop an insights into the Origin, Development and contribution of Buddhism and Jainism.

CO3-Analyze the components and traits of Varna-Ashrams, Purusharthas,Sanskaras, Joint family and the caste system.

CO4- Evaluate the evolution of the Bhakti Movement and Sufism and their influence on Indian culture.

CO5-Assess development of literary and scientific heritage Indian

CO6-Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Power Point Presentation

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks.

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects

12.00

Unit I:

Indian Culture

Main features of Indian Culture, Harappan religion

Vedas and Upanishadic Philosophy.

Ramayana, Mahabharata and Purana

12.00

Unit II:

Emerging Religions in 6th Century BC

Jainism: Life and Teachings of Mahaveer Swami.

Buddhism Life and Teachings of the Buddha

Contribution of Jainism and Buddhism to Indian Art, Literature and Culture

12.00

Unit III:

Indian Social Life

Varna and Ashrama System

Sanskaras, Purusharthas

Family System with special reference to Joint Family System.

Caste system

12.00

Unit IV:

Religious Movements

Bhakti Movement and its impact on Indian culture

Sufism and its impact on Indian culture

12.00

Unit V:

Development of Indian Literary and Scientific Heritage

Development of Indian literary heritage – Kalidas, Tulsidas, Rabindra Nath Tagore

Development of Indian Scientific Heritage- Charak, Varahmihir, Aryabhatt, J.C.Bose and C.V.Raman

Essential Readings:

References:

Basham, A.L. The wonder that was India, Vol 1, Mumbai, Roopa, 1971.
Majumdar R.C. (Ed.) The History & Culture of Indian People, Bharitiya Vidya Bhawan Series, Vol. I – XIII (relevant portions).
Hiriyanna M., Essential of Indian Philosophy, Delhi, Motilal Banarsidas, 1995.
Rizvi S.A.A, The Wonder that was India Vol. I & II, London, 1987, Delhi Foundation Books, 1993
Kalika Prasad Tiwari, Foundations of Indian Culture, Jaipur, Pointer Publishers, 2001.
Prakash. Om, Cultural History of India, New Age International(P) Limited, Publishers, New Delhi, 2005.
S. Abid Hussain, The National Culture of India, Delhi, NBT, 1978.
Sastri, Dr.S.srikanta, Indian Culture, A Compendium of Indian History, Culture and Heritage, Notion Press,2022.

References:

Essential Reading:

Sharma & Vyas, Bhartiya Sabhyata aur Sanskriti ki Mool Adhar, Panchsheel Prakashan, Jaipur.
N. Jayapalan, A History of Indian Culture, Delhi, Atlantic Publishers and Distributors, 2001.

E-Resources:

Main features of Indian Culture

https://www.brainkart.com/article/Salient-features-of-Indian-Culture-and-values_7418/

Harapan religion