Overview

Sharda School of Humanities & Social Sciences and Bharatiya Sanskriti Vaishvik Kendra presents Lecture Series मनन मंथन:  Reflections on Indian Culture and Ancient Wisdom. The fourth lecture of the Manan Manthan series will be delivered by Major Gaurav Arya (Retd) on ‘Indian Military Thought, Strategic Patience, and Decision-Making: Relevance in the Contemporary World Order.’

Major Arya is an Indian Army veteran, writer and public speaker with twenty-nine years of experience including Indian Army, top multi-national companies, media, consulting and public speaking.  Major Arya is also the founder of Chanakya Forum, a digital magazine on Geopolitics, National Security and Foreign Affairs. He is also the host of the popular conclave The Chanakya Dialogues.

 

Advisor details

Prof (Dr.) Anviti Gupta, Dean, SSHSS  

Director, BSVK

+917303087012

dean.shss@sharda.ac.in

 

 

 

Objectives of Event

Promote Cultural Awareness and Appreciation: The Manthan-Manan Lecture Series aims to provide students with profound insights into India's cultural and philosophical heritage, its relevance in the modern era, and its impact on governance, society, and global discourse.

•Self-Awakening and Intellectual Empowerment:  Encouraging students to embrace their civilizational roots and develop a holistic worldview. This knowledge will enable them to cultivate a stronger cultural identity, intellectual strength, and ethical clarity, helping them navigate contemporary challenges with wisdom and resilience.

•Preserve Historical Knowledge: To highlight the significance of preserving ancient traditions and cultural heritage, emphasizing their impact on modern societies and their relevance in contemporary contexts.

•Encourage Interdisciplinary Learning: To inspire intellectual curiosity and critical thinking by integrating insights from history, anthropology, archaeology, and art to understand the origins and evolution of human cultures.

 

Convener Details

Radhika Daga

Centre Coordinator, BSVK

+91 83603 51977

radhika.daga@sharda.ac.in

 

Co-ordinators:

Mallika Dhagat

+91 9899929451

Malika.dhagat@sharda.ac.in

Somya Sharma

+91 8010815522

Speaker Details:

  • Major Gaurav Arya (Retd) Indian Army/Chanankya Forum National Security, National Power, Geopolitics