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Reflections of an Unconventional Mind - Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit

Reflections of an Unconventional Mind

Buch | Hardcover
228 Seiten
2026
Routledge (Verlag)
978-1-041-25553-6 (ISBN)
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This book presents fifty-three essays examining contemporary Indian discourse across political, social, and cultural dimensions. It analyzes Indian Knowledge Systems, historical narratives, and their relevance to modern governance and education. Essays explore women empowerment through Bharatiya perspectives, foreign policy challenges, and the contributions of historical icons to Indian civilization.



Comprehensive collection of 53 essays examining contemporary Indian political, social, and cultural discourse
Critical analysis of Indian Knowledge Systems and their relevance to modern higher education
Examination of historical narratives and their impact on contemporary Indian identity formation
Detailed discussion of women empowerment through Bharatiya perspectives and traditional frameworks
Analysis of foreign policy challenges including terrorism, international relations, and regional security

The author critically examines contemporary issues including cancel culture, terrorism, and international relations while proposing frameworks rooted in Indian philosophical traditions. Essential reading for scholars, policymakers, and students interested in understanding contemporary Indian thought and its civilizational foundations.

This title has been co-published with Knowledge World Publishers. T&F does not sell or distribute the print versions in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri lanka.

Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit is distinguished academic and administrator currently serving as the Vice-Chancellor of Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. She completed her education at Presidency College, Chennai, before earning her MPhil and PhD in International Politics from Jawaharlal Nehru University. Prof. Pandit began her teaching career at Goa University (1988), followed by her long stint at Savitribai Phule Pune University as a professor. Her major works include Parliament and Foreign Policy in India (1990) and Restructuring Environmental Governance in Asia-Ethics and Policy (2003). She has co-authored and edited multiple volumes, including Transformation of India’s Foreign Policy: Shaping the Global Order as a Responsible Power (2024).

Preface

History/Bharatiya Narratives



Aryan Invasion Theory and Dravidian Distortions
'Integral Humanism' for Contemporary Bharat
How Science Exposes the Left 'Distorians'
Wokeism and the Preferential Manipulation of Identity
Imagined Histories in Independent India
Doublethink, Doublespeak and Dystopia
Universal vs Unique Values, Multiculturalism vs Monoculturalism
Woke Chokehold on Debate, Discussion is Growing
Cancel Culture and Public Space in India

Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)



Higher Education Agenda for New Government
Classical Indian Buddhism and Indian Knowledge Systems
Inclusive and Expansive: A Bharatiya Narrative for Climate Change
Varieties of Democracy (V-Dem) Report 2024: A Political Hatchet Job in the Name of Research
Diversity: Jawaharlal Nehru University's (JNU's) Experience of Fighting Stereotypes
Viksit Bharat@2047: A Clarion Call for Institutes and Students
JNU will Seek the World: Not its Validation
Challenges to Higher Education in Amrit Kaal
Transform Higher Education by Seizing the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Moment
National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Deletions: There is No Conspiracy
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Textbook debate is Unnecessary
Tech-Driven Education in India: Bridging the Gap

Nari Shakti (Women)



Women Empowerment: Less Remembered Legacy of Dr Ambedkar
Draupadi: Feminist of Bharat
Women's Issues are not a Matter of Politics
Celebrating the Bharatiya Narrative on Feminism
HT G20 Agenda: Nari Shakti to be a Driver of Change in India
Mann ki Baat: A Bullhorn for Women's Empowerment
Towards an India Where Women Lead

Social Issues



A New Dawn in the Northeast
Transformed Kashmir is a Tribute to Dr SP Mukherjee
The Shadow of Violence: Confronting Issues in Manipur and Beyond
Science and spirituality in Indian Knowledge Systems: Learning from Swami Vivekananda and Ranganathananda
Civilisational Connection of Ayodhya's Ram Temple
Perception Warfare Subverting Democracies and Societies
India's Rich Democratic Legacy: From Uttaramerur to Anubhava Mandapa

Foreign Policy



Kachchatheevu and the Debate on Geo-economics and Maritime Security
A New Kind of Terrorism: Savvier, Yet Deadlier
Sudan's Human Rights Crisis and an Exercise in Global Hypocrisy
Terrorism as Business and Some NGOs as Fronts
Silence of the Liberals on Pakistan's Expulsion of the Afghans
Terrorism as a Banality of Radical Evil
Terrorism as an Instrument of Foreign Policy
Trudeau's Domestic Politics Masquerades as Foreign Policy
G20 Summit Showed Civilisational Unity of Bharat
International NGOs Interfere, Set Agendas Globally

Icons



Strategic Genius: Shivaji's Contributions to Indian Defence
Ahilyabai Holkar: Reformer, Cultural Patron and a Leader
Savarkar, Unsung Hero, Nationalist and Intellectual
Relevance of Lok Nayak J.P. Narayan and Sampoorna Kranti Today
How the Nehruvian State Tried to Cancel Ambedkar
Omission of Indian National Army (INA) and Netaji: A Tale of Political Expediency Over Historical Legacy
Henry Kissinger: Academic and Diplomat
350th Year of Chhatrapati Shivaji's Coronation

Index

Erscheint lt. Verlag 31.3.2026
Verlagsort London
Sprache englisch
Maße 152 x 229 mm
Themenwelt Geschichte Teilgebiete der Geschichte Kulturgeschichte
Geisteswissenschaften Philosophie Östliche Philosophie
Sozialwissenschaften
ISBN-10 1-041-25553-5 / 1041255535
ISBN-13 978-1-041-25553-6 / 9781041255536
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