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The aim is to investigate the significance of Sankhya philosophy in shaping modern Indian educational practices.

April 15, 2026Open Access

The Impact of Sankhya Philosophy on Contemporary Indian Education

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The aim is to investigate the significance of Sankhya philosophy in shaping modern Indian educational practices.
Literature review of Sankhya philosophy and its texts
Analysis of contemporary educational practices influenced by philosophical frameworks
Comparative analysis of Sankhya and other educational philosophies
Identified key principles of Sankhya philosophy that influence educational content and pedagogy
Demonstrated how Sankhya encourages critical thinking and self-awareness in students
Highlighted the relevance of Sankhya in addressing modern educational challenges

Abstract

One of the oldest philosophical systems in India, Sankhya philosophy is an important Vedic (Orthodox) philosophy. Like the Mahabharata and the Upanishads, the Sankhya school of Hindu philosophy was founded by the eminent philosopher Kapila. There are several disagreements on the etymological importance of Sankhya philosophy. Sankhya is defined as

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Goutam Kapri Goutam Kapri

Dr. Sohini Ghosh

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University of Burdwan

J. S. Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya and P.D. Patel Ayurveda Hospital

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