Tentative title of the bookRegaining the Glorious Past: Mingling Indian Knowledge Systems and Classical Literature
Organization: An Edited Volume to be Published
Call for Papers for an Edited Volume with ISBN
Tentative title of the book-
Regaining the Glorious Past: Mingling Indian Knowledge Systems and Classical Literature
Editors- Dr. Asim Kumar Betal
Dr. Sushil Sarkar
It is a great pleasure to announce that an edited volume tentatively titled “Regaining the Glorious Past: Mingling Indian Knowledge Systems and Classical Literature” by a national/ International publishing house of repute is going to be published soon. Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) incorporate a vast body of indigenous wisdom in fields like arts and philosophy. Rooted deeply in Sanskrit and Indian classical literature, IKS shaped not only literary expression but also the evolution of thought in ancient India. Sanskrit texts—epics, poetry, and philosophical treatises—reflect profound intellectual traditions that influenced later vernacular literature and philosophical schools. These classical works inspired English translations and global discourse, enriching world literature and comparative philosophy. The integration of IKS in literature reveals a unique blend of aesthetics, ethics, and knowledge, offering timeless insights for both Indian and global audiences. Professors, Researchers, academicians, students, teachers of English language and literature, Sanskrit language and literature and Philosophy may send their book chapters.
Sub-themes:
1. Tracing Vedantic Thought in Classical Texts: Rereading of Indian Classical Texts
2. The Confluence of Knowledge and aesthetics in Indian Tradition
3. Ethics and Dharma: Moral Frameworks in Epics and Puranas
4. Echoes Of Ancient Wisdom: IKS in classical literary texts
5. Cosmos and Culture: Astronomy and Cosmology in Literary Narratives
6. Classical Literature as vessel of Indian knowledge Systems
7. Rasa and Realization: Aesthetic Theories in Classical Performative Texts
8. Women and Wisdom: Feminine Voices in the Knowledge-Literature Continuum
9. Transmitting Tradition: Oral Narratives as Carriers of Knowledge Systems
10. Sacred Ecology: Environmental Consciousness in Classical Literature
11. Bridging Worlds: Integrating IKS in Contemporary Literary and Educational Discourses
12. Any other topic related to IKS and Indian Classical language and literature or any philosophical and political concepts related to IKS.
Concept Note-
This tentative book will explore the deep interconnection between Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) and Indian Classical Literature, aiming to revive and regain the intellectual and cultural richness of ancient India. Classical texts—ranging from epics like the Mahabharata and Ramayana to works of k?vya, drama, and philosophical treatises—are not mere literary pieces but vibrant repositories of knowledge systems including philosophy, polity, ethics, and linguistics. By examining literature through the lens of IKS, we unveil indigenous frameworks of holistic learning and contextual wisdom. This amalgamation enriches both our understanding of classical texts and our indebtedness to the core of India’s civilizational. The initiative encourages a multidisciplinary dialogue, nurturing a renewed sense of identity and cultural vibes, while contributing meaningfully to contemporary education, research, and nation-building efforts.
Submission Guidelines:
1. Abstracts (300 words) with a short bio-note (100 words) are invited from academicians via mail: by 25th May,2025 in two separate MS word files.
2.The Book Chapter must be prepared as per APA style.
3. The full paper should be typed in British English using MS Word format with paper size: A4; Font type & font size: Times New Roman, 12. Spacing: 1.5; Margin 1 inch on all four sides.
4. The title of the paper should be in bold and contain both capital and small letters and the font-size of the title should be 12, centred at the top of the first page. Only the author's name, Ex. Sushil Sarkar (without Dr/Prof, his/her affiliation, address and contact no. E mail) should be justified with font-size. 12 in the second line just below the title.
5. Maximum length of the paper will be 5000 words (including citations) and not less than 3000 words (3000-5000 words). No abstract will be incorporated / attached inside / with the main book chapter.
6. Bio note: Maximum 100 words; Kindly mention your name with Dr/Prof in front of it as the case may be, your affiliation details, your research interests, any special achievement /award that you feel needs to be mentioned. Please send a separate MS word file by 25th May, 2025 to the mentioned mail-id.
? Last Date for submission of Abstract: 25th May, 2025
? Intimation of acceptance of the Abstract: 01st June, 2025
? Last Date for submission of the book chapter: 25th September, 2025
? Send your book chapter with other files only to: iksicl2025@gmail.com
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Looking forward to receiving your submissions!
Best regards,
Editors:
Asim Kumar Betal, M.A, M. Ed, Ph. D
Faculty, Dept. Of English, Onda Thana Mahavidyalaya (Affiliated to Bankura University) Murakata, Bankura-722144, Contact: 9474445526 (Call/WhatsApp), West Bengal, India
Mail Id: asimbetal0@gmail.com
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Asim-Kumar-Betal
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2000-0369
http://scholar.google.co.in/citations?user=vbQlygIAAAAJ
Vidwan-Id:385107
Member, Association for English Studies of India (AESI).
Member, English Language Teachers' Association of India (ELT@I).
Books Published-
English Language Teaching: Exploring Innovative Approaches and Techniques, Author press, New Delhi, 2024.
Re-mapping the Canon: A Journey across Indian Poetry in English, Atlantic, New Delhi, 2025.
Dr. Sushil Sarkar, M.A., Ph. D
Assistant Professor, Dept of English, Kashipur Michael Madhusudan Mahavidyalaya (Affiliated to SKB University, Purulia) Kashipur, Purulia, West Bengal, India
Mail id- sushil
sarkar15@gmail.com
Contact No. 9126694596 (Call/WhatsApp),
Dr Asim Kumar Betal
