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DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI

Revised Syllabus

for Diploma ,Certificate and Diploma course

(Revised with effect from 2013-14)

INDEX Sr. Courses Name

1 Diploma courses in foundation of yoga

2 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN YOGA

3. CERTIFICATE IN VALLABHA VEDANTA

4. DIPLOMA IN VALLABHA VEDANTA

5. ADVANCE DIPLOMA IN VALLABHA VEDANTA

DIPLOMA COURSE IN BUDDHIST STUDIES AND VIPASSNA

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN BUDDHIST STUDIES AND VIPASSNA

6. CERTIFICATE IN JAINOLOGY

7. DIPLOMA IN JAINOLOGY

DIPLOMA IN INDIAN AESTHETICS

11. CERTIFICATE IN COMMUNAL HARMONY

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Part – Time Diploma Course in Foundations of Yoga

(Part-time One-Year Duration)

Ordinances and Regulations relating to the above course (w.e.f : 2006 – 2007)

O 5607 Title of the Course

Part-time Diploma Course in Foundations of Yoga.

O5608 Eligibility: A candidate for being eligible for admission to the course for the course in

Diploma in Foundations of Yoga must have passed matriculation, (Std. X) of the

Maharashtra State Board of Secondary Education, Pune, or any other equivalent

examination recognized by this University.

R5383 Duration

The course for the Part-time Diploma Course in Foundations of Yoga shall be a part-time

course and its duration shall be one academic year June - April.

R5384 Scheme of Papers:

Paper I – Theory 100 Marks

Paper II- Practicals 100 Marks

Project Work 50 Marks

R5385 Examination

A candidate for being eligible for admission to the examination shall satisfy the following

requirements : -

1. He/ She shall have attended the course of instruction for at least three-fourths of the

total number of hours of instruction during each term.

2. He/ She shall procure a certificate from the Head of the Department / Institution stating

that He/ She be permitted to appear for the examination.

Paper I is a theory paper for which examinations of 100 marks will be conducted. Paper II is

a practical paper for which an examination of 100 marks, will be conducted. In addition

there will be a project work of 50 marks .

Standard of passing: 40% marks will be required for passing separately in each paper &

projects.

R5386 Fee Structure

The fee prescribed for registration shall be Rs. 100/-

The fee prescribed as tuition fee shall be Rs. 2500/-

Identity Card Rs.50/-.

R5387. Minimum Marks for Passing:

Minimum marks for passing is 40 marks each in the theory and practical

examinations. The minimum number of marks for passing in project work is

20.

R5388 Qualification for Teachers

Postgraduates in Philosophy for theory.

Graduates in any field with training in Yoga practice from recognized institutes for

Practicals.

Total Marks : 100

DIPLOMA COURSE IN FOUNDATIONS OF YOGA

PAPER I

Unit – I

Topic 1: Introduction to Indian Philosophy : some major concepts involved in Indian

Philosophy ; background of the Six Āstika Darshanas

Topic 2: Sānkhya as a Darshana : its metaphysics; dualistic nature – Prakrti and

Purusa; the Gunas; its theory of Causation : Satkāryavāda; its theory of

evolution; bondage through avidyā; liberation through Samyak Khyāti

Unit -II

Topic 3: Introduction to ‗Yogasūtram; Patañjali‘s Yogadarshana, a continuation of

Sānkhya metaphysics; Patañjali‘s ‗Yoga‘, a multidimensional concept;

Spiritual dimension:-Purusa, Principle of Consciousness; its nature; its

Kaivalyam

Psychophysiological dimension : Definition of ‗yoga‘; concepts of Chitta,

Vrtti, Nirodha; types of vrttis problem : vrttis cause obstacles; solution :

Yoga Therapy

Practice of Abhyāsa & Vairāgya

Topic 4: Psychophysiological dimension (continued) : Concepts of

Samādhi,Dharmamegha Dhyāna /Paramprasankhyānam, Vivekakhyāti ;

Hānam, Hānasvaroopam, Heya, Heyasvaroopa, Heyahetu & Hānopāya

Unit -III

Topic 5: Obstacles in the Path : (a) :Antarāyah (b) :Viksepasahabhuvah (c) : Kleśāh

Solutions : (a) :Ekatattvabhyāsa (b) : Maitrikarunādi } Value

education

(c) :Other six ―options‖ (d) :Pratipaksabhāvanam }

Topic 6: Other solutions : - Applied aspect : Value Education : Practice of

Astāngayoga

Ethical dimension : Pañcha Yamāh; concept of Mahāvrtam ;

Pañcha Niyamāh; concept of Kriyāyoga

Psychophysiological dimension : Āsana, Prānāyāma, Pratyāhārā, Dhāranā,

Dhyāna,

Samādhi; concept of sanyama; kinds of Samādhi; Rtambharāprajñā

Unit - IV

Topic 7 : Concept of God in Patañjali‘s system; description of ‗Īśvara‘ as a ―Purusa

Vishesa‖; attributes attached; Applied aspect: Value Education ; Chanting of

and Meditation on Om / Pranava; Īśvarapranidhāna

Topic 8 : Mystical dimension : Attainment of Siddhis and Vibhutis; Caution against

them

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Paper II

PRACTICALS

Total Marks: 100 TOTAL LECTURES: 56

LECTURES PER WEEK: 1 &1/2 HOURS

UNIT I

(1) Astanga Yoga

1. Yama – Niyama – Pratipaksha Bhavanam

2. Asana:Meditative and Cultural. Pranayama – Benefits of Pranayama, Nadishuddi

and Pranayama, Duration and time for Pranayama Practice, Gradation of

Pranayama, Yukta and Ayukta Pranayama, Nadishuddi.

(2) Asanas

1. Tadasana

2. Trikonasana

3. Ekpadasana

4. Utkatasana

5. Pratnasana

6. Bujangasana

7. Chakrasana

8. Vajrasana

9. Sukasana

10. Savasana

UNIT II

(3) Pranayama

1. Fuller Breathing

2. Equal Breathing

3. Naddi Shodana

(4) Kriya

1. Kriyas – Satkriya-Neti, Dhauti, Basti, Nauli, Trataka.

2. Jalneti

3. Sutraneti

4. Vamanadauti

5. Trataka

6. Kaphalbhati

7. Moolashoodana.

(5) APPLICATIONS:

1.Sattvika Ahara – Rules in food taking.

2.The Application of Yoga in day to day life.

UNIT III

(1) Kriyayoga - cultivating awareness and attitude:

1.Sutra Neti

2.Agnisara Kriya

3.Alternative nostril breathing: kaphalbhati

(2) Asanas

1. Padmasana

2. Paschimotanasana

3. Ardhamatseyandreasana

4. Ustruassana

5. Danurassana

6. Badrasana

7. Sarvangasana

(3) Mudras

1. Ashwami Mudra

2. Sanmuki Mudra

3. Tadagi Mudra

4. Yoga Mudra

5. Boochari Mudra

UNIT IV

(4) Pranayama

1.Pooraka

2.Rechaka

3.Khumbaka

4.Alternate noshil breathing sagarbha ‗OM‘ pranayama.

(5) MEDITATION:

Kinds of meditation, Reflection (Swadhaya)

(6)APPLICATIONS:

(1) Value and Virtue model of Yoga.: Anitya bhavana and Reflection Practice

(2) Personality development through Yoga.

BOOK LIST :-

1. The Yoga Sutra of Patanjali M.R.Yardi, Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute,

Pune

2. Indian Philosophy by Dr. S. Radhakrishanan

3. Introduction to Indian Philosophy by Dutta & Chatterji

4. Outlines of Indian Philosophy by Hiriyanna.

Book for reference 1. The Yoga system of Patanjali, James, Hougton , wood.

2. Yoga a sutras of Patanjali – Sadhana pada with Exposition of Vyasa

3. Light of Yoga ( on Yama – Niyama) by B.K.S. Iyenger, Iyenger Institute Pune

4. Hatha Yoga Pradeepika – Yogi Swatmarama

5. Science of Yoga by I.K.Taimini

Part Time One-Year Duration Advanced Diploma Course in Yoga

With Effect from The Academic Year 2017- 2018

O 5607 Title of the Course

Part-time Advanced Diploma Course in Yoga.

O5608 Eligibility: A candidate for being eligible for admission to the course for the Advanced

Diploma in Yoga should have passed the Diploma in Foundations of Yoga offered by the

Department of Philosophy, University of Mumbai.

R5383 Duration

The course for the Part-time Diploma Course in Foundations of Yoga shall be a part-time

course and its duration shall be one academic year June - April.

R5384 Scheme of Papers:

Paper I – Theory 100 Marks

Paper II- Practicals 100 Marks

Project Work: 50 marks

R5385 Examination

A candidate for being eligible for admission to the examination shall satisfy the following

requirements: -

3. He/ She shall have attended the course of instruction for at least three-fourths of the

total number of hours of instruction during each term.

4. He/ She shall procure a certificate from the Head of the Department / Institution stating

that He/ She be permitted to appear for the examination.

Paper I is a theory paper for which examinations of 100 marks will be conducted.

Paper II is a practical paper for which an examination of 100 marks, will be conducted.

Standard of passing: 40% marks will be required for passing separately in each paper &

projects.

Paper I – Theory

Total Marks:100 Total hours: 56

Total Credits: 6 Lectures Per week: 90mins

UNIT I

a. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND:

i) Yoga in Vedas and Indus Valley Civilization.

ii) Yoga and the Principal Upanishads.

b. YOGA AND BHAGVAD GITA:

i) The Gita concepts of Jnana, Karma and Bhakti Yoga.

ii) Patanjala Yoga and Gita - A comparative Study.

UNIT II

a. SAMKHYA YOGA AND VEDANTA especially Advaita Vedanta.

Advaita of Shaiva school and Kundalini Yoga.

Hatha Yoga Pradipika – Some information.

b. CONSCIOUSNESS:

Scientific view – Neurobiology – Western Philosophical approach.

- Yoga approach and Approach of other Indian schools.

UNIT III

a. BUDDHIST MEDITATIVE TECHNIQUE:

Vipassana and its Philosophical foundation.

Teachings of Buddha.

b. JAINA PHILOSOPHY AND PREKSHA MEDITATION

Philosophical Foundations of Preksha

Teachings of Mahavira

UNIT IV

a. RELEVANCE OF YOGA (A)

(i) Application of yoga

(ii) Coping up with Materialism

b. RELEVANCE OF YOGA (B)

(i) Values of Yoga

(ii) Ethics and Spirituality

Sutra 26-27 ( II of Y.S.

Paper- II PRACTICAL

Total Marks:100 Total hours: 56

Total Credits: 6 Lectures Per week: 90mins

UNIT I

(a) Practice and Principles of Meditation.

(b) Meaning of Concentration

(c) Meditative postures and kinds of Meditation

UNIT II

(a) Other means to attain Yoga:

(b) Pranayama: Breath Control, Breath and Postures, Rhythmic Breathing

UNIT III

(a) Controlling the Body, Mechanism of Body: Kriyas and its high Therapeutic value.

(b) Body as understood in its frame work systems and structure:.

Asanas – Cultural and Relaxation Asanas -

(c ) Muscles strength, Muscular coordination strength of Immune system

(d) Relation and Reflection techniques Shavasana – Shakshi Bhavanam.

UNIT IV

(a) Bandhas and Mudras.

(b) Depth of perception and expansion of awareness

(c ) Gross level – Muscular stretches

(d) Subtle level – Respiration changes and normalizing breath

BOOK LIST:-

1. The Yoga Sutra of Patanjali M.R.Yardi, Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute, Pune

2. Indian Philosophy by Dr. S. Radhakrishanan

3. Introduction to Indian Philosophy by Dutta & Chatterji

4. Outlines of Indian Philosophy by Hiriyanna.

Book for reference

1. The Yoga system of Patanjali, James, Hougton , wood.

2. Yoga a sutras of Patanjali – Sadhana pada with Exposition of Vyasa

3. Light of Yoga ( on Yama – Niyama) by B.K.S. Iyenger, Iyenger Institute Pune

4. Hatha Yoga Pradeepika – Yogi Swatmarama

5. Science of Yoga by I.K.Taimini

One Year Part-time Certificate Course in VallabhaVedānta

(Śuddhādvaita) and Vaiśnavism.

With Effect From The Academic Year 2012-13 PREAMBLE:

A Certificate Course (One Year) in VallabhaVedānta and Vaiśnavism was introduced in the

academic year 2005-06 through the VallabhaVedānta Academy and Research Centre established in

the Department of Philosophy of Mumbai University. In the year 2006-07, Diploma Course (One Year) was introduced.

Then in the year 2009-10, Advanced Diploma Course (One Year) in VallabhaVedānta was

introduced for undertaking advanced studies of the main literary works of ŚrīVallabhāćārya. There is an overwhelming response from the students interested in these studies and the course is

picking very well over the years. About 650 students have enrolled themselves for these courses

during the last six years. To streamline the study in these courses and to make it more result-oriented and fruitful, slight

adjustments in the syllabi of all these courses are suggested as shown in appendix hereto. Paper I – Theory (100 Marks) each

Paper II --Theory (100 Marks) each


There will be two papers for Certificate Course in Philosophy of VallabhaVedānta

(Śuddhādvaita) and Vaiśnavism, each carrying 100 marks and Project work of 50

marks i.e. Total marks 250.

Fee Structure : The fee prescribed for registration shall be Rs. 100 /-

The fee prescribed as tuition fee shall be Rs. 1450 /-

Prospectus and Identity card shall be Rs. 100/-

(Total Rs. 1650/-)

Revised Syllabus for One Year Certificate Course in Vallabha Vedānta and Vaiśnavism.

Paper I

UNIT I

1. The sources of knowledge in Śuddhādvaita of Vallabhāćārya. (a) Perception, Inference, Comparison and Verbal

Testimony (ŚabdaPramāna): their scope and limitations. (b) The Role of ―PramānaĆatustaya.‖ Significance of Prasthānatrayi.

2. The Theory of Causation in Śuddhādvaita. (Satkāryavāda, Asatkāryavāda,

AvikrtaParināmvāda, Āvirbhāva – Tirobhāva).

UNIT II

3. Concept of Saguna and Nirguna Brahman in ŚuddhādvaitaVedānta. (Nature of Ultimate

Reality, Concept of Akśara, Three forms of Brahman).

4. Nature of Jīva as ‗amsa‘ of Brahman, Types of Jīva, distinction between Pravāha – Maryāda

– PustiJīvas.

UNIT III 5. Path of Pusti Bhakti propounded by ŚriVallabhāćārya. 6. Liberation – Concept of Liberation and paths to Liberation in Śuddhādvaita.

UNIT IV

7. Śuddhādvaita Brahmavāda – It‘s comparison with Kevalādvaita of Śankara. 8. Kashmir Śaivism vis-à-vis Śuddhādvaita concept.

Paper II

UNIT I

1. A comparative study of Vaiśnavite approach to Love, Service, Tolerance and Grace vis-a-vis

other religions viz. Christianity, Islam, Buddhism and Jainism. 2. Aesthetics and Spirituality: Bhakti as ―Rasa‖ – Nine fold rasa.

UNIT II

3. Brahma Sambandha – its significance (based on Siddhānta Rahasya grantha). 4. Notion of Sevā and its significance (based on

Siddhānta Muktāvali grantha). Sevya Swarūpas.

UNIT III

5 (a) Vaiśnava Arts: paintings (Pićchavai), cookery (annakuta), temple architecture, Haveli Sangīta

etc.

(b) Main festivals in Pustimārga and their significance.

6. Saint Tradition: The contribution of Saint Poet and poetess of India

UNIT IV

7. Characteristics of a True Vaiśnava (based on Gitā and Bhāgawata). 8. A broad outline of the major texts of VallabhaVedānta.

One Year Part-Time Course for the Diploma in

VallabhaVedānta (Śuddhādvaita) and Vaiśnavism.

With Effect from the Academic Year 2012-13

PREAMBLE:

A Certificate Course (One Year) in VallabhaVedānta and Vaiśnavism was introduced in the academic

year 2005-06 through the VallabhaVedānta Academy and Research Centre established in the

Department of Philosophy of Mumbai University. In the year 2006-07, Diploma Course (One Year) was introduced.

Then in the year 2009-10, Advanced Diploma Course (One Year) in VallabhaVedānta was introduced

for undertaking advanced studies of the main literary works of ŚrīVallabhāćārya. There is an overwhelming response from the students interested in these studies and the course is




Paper II --Theory (100 Marks) each


There will be two papers for Diploma Course in Philosophy of VallabhaVedānta

(Śuddhādvaita) and Vaiśnavism, each carrying 100 marks and Project work of 50 marks

i.e. Total marks 250.




(Total Rs. 2150/-)

Paper I (Textual Study)

Four Texts (selected from the ‗Sixteen Treatises‘ (SodaśaGrantha) of ŚriVallabhāćārya. (Four Topics: Śaranāgati, Samarpana, Sevā and Bhakti from the selected four texts as mentioned

below):

UNIT I

1. Vivekadhairyāśraya (17 verses):- Viveka, dhairya (forbearance) and aśraya (shelter); three forms described as Śaranāgati.

UNIT II

2. Navaratnam (9 verses):- Dedication to Lord (Samarpana).

UNIT III

3. Siddhāntamuktāvali (21 verses):- Introduction to ŚriVallabha‘s principle doctrine: Divine service (Sevā) of ŚrīKrisna with

Total Love as the only way to realise ŚrīKrisna.

UNIT IV

4. Bhaktivardhini (11 verses):- The limbs / steps for the growth of devotion.

(Sādhanarūpa Bhakti and Falarūpa Bhakti).

BOOKS FOR STUDY

1. James Radington, SodasaGrantha (English) 2. Ramesh Parekh, SodasaGrantha (Gujrati) 3. ShyamManoharGoswamiji, Resource Material (Hindi, Gujarati, Sanskrti, English)

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Paper II (Textual Study)

(Subodhini: ŚrīVallabhāćāryaji’s commentary on Bhāgavata)

UNIT I

KapilaGitā: (Bhāgavata, 3: 24)

UNIT II


UNIT III


UNIT IV

NalakuberamanigrivaStuti (Canto 10, Chapter 10)

BOOKS FOR STUDY

1. T. Ramanan, Subodhini (English)

2. Nanulal Gandhi, Subodhini (Gujarati)

3. Shyam Manohar Goswamiji, Resource Material (Hindi, Gujarati, Sanskrit)

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One Year Part-Time Course for the Advanced Diploma in

VallabhaVedānta (Śuddhādvaita) and Vaiśnavism.

With Effect from the Academic Year 2012-13

PREAMBLE:

A Certificate Course (One Year) in VallabhaVedānta and Vaiśnavism was introduced in the

academic year 2005-06 through the VallabhaVedānta Academy and Research Centre established

in the Department of Philosophy of Mumbai University. In the year 2006-07, Diploma Course (One Year) was introduced.

Then in the year 2009-10, Advanced Diploma Course (One Year) in VallabhaVedānta was

introduced for undertaking advanced studies of the main literary works of ŚrīVallabhāćārya. There is an overwhelming response from the students interested in these studies and the course is




Paper II --Theory (100 Marks)

each Project Work 50 Marks

There will be two papers for Advanced Diploma Course in Philosophy of

VallabhaVedānta (Śuddhādvaita) and Vaiśnavism, each carrying 100 marks and

Project work of 50 marks, i.e. Total marks 250.




(Total Rs. 2815/-)

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With Effect from The Academic Year 2012-13

Advanced Diploma Course in Vallabha Vedanta and Vaiśnavism

UNIT III

SarvaNirnayaPrakarana:- (84-89, 94-107, 110-116, 118-122) (84-89, 94-107, 110-116, 118-122)

UNIT I

UNIT IV SarvaNirnayaPrakarana:-

(137-149, 220, 225-237, 246, 247, 254).

BOOKS FOR STUDY

1. Jose Pereira, Tattvārthadīpanibandha (English) 2. SharadaGoswami, Tattvārthadīpanibandha (Hindi) 3. J.G. Shah, Tattvārthadīpanibandha (Gujarati) 4. ShyamManoharGoswamiji, Resource Material (Hindi, Gujarati, Sanskrit)

Paper I

(Textual Study)

Tattvārthadīpanibandha

ŚāstrārthaPrakarana: (6-12, 23, 26-34, 61-64) i) Sources of Knowledge (6-12) ii) Nature of Jada and Cosmology (23, 26-34) iii) Nature of Jīva (61-64)

UNIT II

ŚāstrārthaPrakarana: (65-72, 91-93, 101-104) i) Nature of Brahman (65-72)

ii) Śuddhādvaita (91-93)

iii) Means and End (101-104)

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PAPER I

SarvaNirnayaPrakarana:-

(84-89, 94-107, 110-116, 118-122)

ŚrīmadBrahmasūtraAnubhāsya:- UNIT I

Anubhasya: Chapter I. I. 2, 3 Anubhasya: Chapter I. IV. 23-27

UNIT II

Anubhasya: Chapter II. I. 14-20 Anubhasya: Chapter II. I. 30-37

UNIT III

Anubhasya: Chapter III. II. 28-30 Anubhasya: Chapter III. III. 35-39

UNIT IV

Anubhasya: Chapter IV. IV. 17-22

BOOKS FOR STUDY

1. P.M. Modi, Anubhāsya (English)

2. J.G. Shah, Anubhāsya (Gujarati)

3. LalitakrisnaGoswāmi, Anubhāsya (Hindi)

4. KedāranāthaMiśra, Anubhāsya (Hindi)

5. ShyamManoharGoswāmiji, Resource Material (Hindi, Gujarati, Sanskrit)

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CERTIFICATE OR DIPLOMA

1. Title of the Course: BUDDHISTIC STUDIES VIPASSANA THEORY & PRACTICE‘

2. Eligibility: A candidate for being eligible for admission to the course must have passed matriculation,

(Std. Xth ) of the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary Education, Pune.

3. Duration for the course: It shall be a part-time course and its duration shall be one academic year i.e.

June – April.

4. Scheme of Papers:

Paper - I — (100 Marks) – HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF TEACHING Of THE

BUDDHA

Paper - II— (100 Marks) – VIPASSANA THEORY AND PRACTICE

5. Examination - Eligibility: A candidate for being eligible for admission to the examination

shall satisfy the following requirements: -

5.1. He/She shall have attended the course of instruction and practice sessions for at least three-

fourths of the total number of hours during each term.

5.2. One Ten day Vipassanā course at any Vipassanā centre acknowledged by Vipassanā

Research Institute is compulsory condition for eligibility for appearing in final examination.

6. Exam Structure:

6.1. Paper I is on teachings of the Buddha and his philosophy for which

Examination of 100 marks Theory paper will be conducted.

6.2. Paper II is on Vipassana theory & practice for which an examination of

100 marks Theory paper will be conducted.

7. Fee Structure:

7.1. The fee prescribed for registration shall be Rs. 100/-

7.2. The fee prescribed as tuition fee shall be Rs. 1500/-

7.3 Identity Card fees Rs.50/-

7.4. Examination fee prescribed shall be Rs 700/-

8. Passing Criteria: Minimum marks for passing is 40 out of 100 in each paper

9. Qualification for Teachers:

9.1. Postgraduates in Pali & Buddhistic Studies

9.2. Authorized Teachers / Old Meditators of Vipassana Meditation

10. Lectures structure: Once a week for 4 Hours

Paper I — History and Philosophy of Teaching of the Buddha Total Marks: 100

UNIT I: Introduction to Life and Teachings of the Buddha

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Life & Spiritual Quest of the Buddha

Four Noble Truths & Eight-fold Path

Concept of Paramitas

UNIT II: Introduction to Pali Literature

Vinaya Piṭaka

Sutta Piṭaka

Abhidhamma Piṭaka

UNIT III: Historical Aspects

Six Historical Theravada Councils

Royal and Merchant Patrons

Places of Buddhist Interest

UNIT IV: Learning of Pāli Suttas through Translation

Ariyapariyesanā Sutta

Cittavagga

Maṅgala Sutta

BOOKS FOR REFERENCES —

1. Gotama the Buddha: His Life and His Teaching - V.R.I. Publication

2. Mahasatipatthana Sutta - In Hindi/English/Marathi - S.N. Goenka, V.R.I. Publication

3. Dharma - Its True Nature- S.N. Goenka, V.R.I. Publication

4. Importance of Vedana & Sampajanna - S. N. Goenka, V.R.I. Publication

5. Manual of Vipassana Meditation. – U Ko Lay

6. The Discourse Summaries - S.N. Goenka, V.R.I. Publication

7. Pravachan Saransh - V.R.I. Publication

8. Dhamma Vandana - V.R.I. Publication

9. Tipitaka Men Samyaka Sambuddha Vol 1 - S. N. Goenka, V.R.I. Publication


11. Asoka ke Shilalekha - V.R.I. Publication

12. 2500 years of Buddhism - P. V. Bapat

13. Buddhist India - Rhys Davis.

14. Rajdharma (kuch aitihasic prasang) - Shri. S.N.Goenka

15. The Essence of Tipitaka - U Ko lay

16. Pali sahitya ka itihaas - Bharatsingh Upadhyaya

17. Vipassana ka Udagam aur Vikas

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Paper II — Vipassana Theory and Practice Total Marks: 100

Lectures per Week: Once a Week for Four Hours (Three hours for theory and one hour for

meditation session).

UNIT I: Foundations for the development of Vipassana technique

Sīla (Morality)

Samādhi (Concentration)

Paññā (Insight, Wisdom)

UNIT II: Essentials of Vipassana Practice

Anāpāna

Vedanā (Sensations)

Paṭiccasamuppāda

UNIT III: Important aspects of Vipassana technique

Ti-Sarana (Refuge in triple gems)

Five Friends and Five Enemies

Brahmavihāra

UNIT IV: Practical application of Vipassana as found in: (selected few)

Vipassana & Ayurveda Vipassana & Management

Vipassana & Mental Health

Vipassana & Physical Health

Vipassana & Yoga

Vipassana & Government

Brahmi Script


1. The Art of Living: Vipassana Meditation: As Taught by S. N. Goenka - William

Hart


3. Vipassana its relevance to present world, V.R.I. Publication

4. Vipassana meditation healing the healer by Dr. T.T. Fleischman

5. Vipassana – An Art of Corporate Management, V.R.I. Publication

6. Vipassana & Health, V.R.I. Publication

7. Vipassana in Government, V.R.I. Publication

8. Drug Addiction And Therapy: A Vipassana Perspective, V.R.I. Publication

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‘BUDDHISTIC STUDIES - VIPASSANA

THEORY & PRACTICE’

Part – Time One Year Advanced Diploma Course

Ordinances and Regulations relating to the above course:

O.6159 1. Title of the Course: BUDDHISTIC STUDIES VIPASSANA THEORY & PRACTICE‘

O.6160 2. Eligibility: A candidate for being eligible for admission to the course must have passed

Certificate course in Buddhist Studies

R.8838 3. Duration for the course: It shall be a part-time course and its duration shall be one academic

year i.e. June – April.

R.8839 4. Scheme of Papers:

Paper - I — (100 Marks) – HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF TEACHINGS OF THE

BUDDHA

Paper - II— (100 Marks) – VIPASSANA THEORY AND PRACTICE

R.8840 5. Examination - Eligibility: A candidate for being eligible for admission to the examination

shall satisfy the following requirements: -

5.1. He/She shall have attended the course of instruction and practice sessions for at least three-

fourths of the total number of hours during each term.

5.2. Diploma in Buddhistic Studies Vipassana Theory & Practice is compulsory condition for

admission to Advanced Diploma in Buddhistic Studies Vipassana Theory & Practice.

5.3. One Ten day Vipassana course at any Vipassana centre acknowledged by Vipassana

Research Institute is compulsory condition for eligibility for appearing in final examination.

R.8841 6. Exam Structure:

6.1. Paper I is on teachings of the Buddha and his philosophy for which examination 100 marks

Theory paper will be conducted.

6.2. Paper II is on Vipassana theory & practice for which an examination 100 marks Theory

paper will be conducted.

R.8842 7. Fee Structure:

7.1. The fee prescribed for registration shall be Rs. 100/-

7.2. The fee prescribed as tuition fee shall be Rs. 1500/-

7.3. Identity Card Fees Rs. 50/-

7.3. Examination fee prescribed shall be Rs 700/-

R.8843 8. Passing Criteria: Minimum marks for passing is 40 marks out of 100 in each paper

R.8844 9. Qualification for Teachers:

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9.1. Postgraduates in Pali & Buddhistic Studies

9.2. Authorized Teachers / Old Meditators of Vipassana Meditation Technique

10. Lectures structure: Once a week for 4 Hours

Paper I — History and Philosophy of Teaching of the Buddha Total Marks: 100

UNIT I: Pāli Literature

Verses of Dhammapada (Magga Vagga)

Similes of Milinda Pañha (Lakkhaṇa Pañha)

Personalities of Puggalapaññati (Chapter-3)

UNIT II: Core Teachings through Pāli Suttas

Mahāsatipaṭṭhāna Sutta

Dvedhāvitakka Sutta

Nivāpa Sutta

UNIT III: Historical Aspects

Last Days of the Buddha (Māhāparinibbāna Sutta)

Spread of Teachings of the Buddha in other Countries

Art and Architecture

UNIT IV: Learning of Pāli Suttas through Translation

Dhammacakkapavattana Sutta

Ratana Sutta

Girimānanda Sutta


1. Pali sahitya ka itihasa- Rahula Sankrityayan

2. Pali sahitya ka itihasa- Dharmaraskhita

3. Pali sahitya ka itihasa- Bharatsingh Upadhyaya

4. History of Pali literature - B. C. Law







11. Buddhist India - Rhys Davids

12. Dhamma Vandana - V.R.I. Publication

13. Dhammapada Pali-English - V.R.I. Publication

14. Dhammapada Pali-English – Narada

15. Abhidhammatha Sangaho – Narada

16. The Debate of King Milinda - Bhikkhu Pesala

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Paper II — Vipassana Theory and Practice Total Marks: 100

Lectures per Week: Once a Week for Four Hours (Three hours for theory and one hour for

meditation session).

UNIT I: Essentials of Vipassana Practice

References of Vipassana as found in scriptures

Sati Sampajañña

Bodhipakkhiya Dhamma – (37 factors of Enlightenment)

UNIT II: Important aspects of Vipassana technique

Sāmaññaphala Sutta

Sabbāsava Sutta

Mahāhatthipadopama Sutta

UNIT III: Foundation for development of Vipassana

Paramattha Sacca (Ultimate Truths)

Ti-Lakkhaṇa (Three Characteristics)

Ariya Puggala (Fruits of Sanctification)

UNIT IV: Practical application of Vipassana as found in: (selected few)

Vipassana & Psychology

Vipassana & Prison

Vipassana & Interpersonal relationship

Vipassana & Tourism

Vipassana & World Peace

Vipassana & Personality Development

Vipassana & Education


1. The Discourse Summaries - S.N. Goenka, V.R.I. Publication

2. Pravachan Saransh - V.R.I. Publication 3. Sayagyi U Ba Khin Journal, V.R.I. Publication

4. The Manuals of Dhamma - Ledi Sayadaw, V.R.I. Publication

5. Pali sahitya ka itihasa- Rahula Sankrityayan

6. Pali sahityana ka itihasa- Dharmarakkhita

7. Pali sahitya ka itihasa- Bharatsingh Upadhyaya

8. History of Pali literature - B. C. Law







15. Buddhist India - Rhys Davids

16. Mahasatipatthana Sutta - In Hindi/English/Marathi - S.N. Goenka, V.R.I.

Publication


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UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI

Revised Ordinances and Regulations relating to the One Year Part –Time Course for the

Certificate Course in Jainology

With Effect from The Academic Year 2017-18

The course aims to provide information on fundamental tenets of Jaina Religion and Philosophy. It

also focuses on the study of the Jaina Culture and Society. Furthermore it enumerates the

contribution of the Jainas in the field of Science, Arts and Literature. Its primary objective is to

enhance analytical study of the Scriptures, so that one can study and interpret the Canonical

literature. It teaches the core philosophy without any sectarian bias. Last but not the least, it

highlights how philosophy can be applied and followed in day to day life. The ultimate aim of life

according to Jainas, is liberation, which can be achieved through right Perception, Cognition and

Conduct.

0.3593: A Candidate for being eligible for admission to the course for the Certificate in

Jainology must have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate Examinations (Std. XIIth )

of the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary Education, Pune or an examination

recognized by this University as equivalent thereto.

0.3594: The course for the Certificate in Jainology shall be part – time course and its duration shall be

one year consisting of two academic terms. There will be 90 minute lectures for each paper

every week. The total number of lectures for each paper during the year will be 56.

0.3595: A Candidate for being eligible for admission to the Examination shall satisfy the

following requirements:-

(1) He / She shall have attended the course of instruction for at least three – fourths

of the total number of hours of instruction during each term.

(2) He / She shall produce a certificate from the Head of the Department Instruction

stating that He / She be permitted to appear for the Examination.

0.3596: The fee prescribed for registration shall be Rs. 100 /-

0.3597: The fee prescribed as tuition fee shall be Rs. 1400 /-


0.3598: The fee prescribed as Examination fee shall be Rs. 700 /-

0.3789: There will be a written Examination carrying 200 marks (100 each) and project work of

50 marks.

There will be two papers for Certificate Course in Jainology each carrying 100 marks and

Project work of 50 marks i. e. total marks 250.

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PAPER I – HISTORICAL AND PHILOSOPHICAL INTRODUCTION TO JAINISM

UNIT I – ANCIENT INDIAN TRADITIONS

A) Vedic Tradition: Sources, Antiquity and Salient Features. B) Buddhist Tradition: Sources, Antiquity and Salient Features. C) Jaina Tradition: Sources, Antiquity and Salient Features.

UNIT II – JAINA TRADITION

A) Tirthankaras and Agamas. B) Major Jaina Sects. C) Mythology: Shalakapurusa, Cosmology and Cycle of Time.

UNIT III – INTRODUCTION TO JAINA PHILOSOPHY

A) Nav Tattvas: Bondage and Liberation, Theory of Karma and its classification

and Pancha Samavayas. B) Sad Dravyas. C) Five types of Knowledge.

UNIT IV – RELIGION AND ETHICS

A) Three Jewels and Jaina Ethics. B) Major World Religions: Judaism, Christianity, Islam and Zoroastrianism. C) Anekantavada and its Applications.

BOOKS FOR STUDY

1) Mohanlal Mehta, Outlines of Jain Philosophy, Jain Mission Society, Bangalore,1954.

2) Muni Uttam Kamal Jain, Jain Sects and Schools, Concept Publishing, Delhi, 1975.

3) T. K. Tukol, Compendium of Jainism, Prasaranga, Karnataka University, Dharwad, 1980.

4) Nagin Shah, Jaina Religion and Philosophy, Motilal Banarasidas, New Delhi. 5) P. C. Nahar and K. C. Ghosh, An Encyclopedia of Jainism, Sri Satguru

Publications, Delhi, 1908.

6) Vilas Sanghave, Aspects of Jain Religion, Bharatiya Janapith, 1999.

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PAPER II – JAINA RELIGION, SOCIETY AND CULTURE

UNIT I – JAINA SOCIAL STRUCTURE

A) Concept of Sangha and Sramanachara B) Sravakachara and Pratimas C) Anupreksha, Yoga and Meditation

UNIT II – RITUALS AND PRACTICES

A) Pancha Parameshthi – Navakara Mantra and other daily recitations B) Worship, Fasts and Festivals C) Sallekhana

UNIT III – CONTRIBUTION OF THE JAINAS TO INDIAN CULTURE

A) Jaina Literature B) Jaina Art and Architecture and Places of Pilgrimage C) Vegetarianism

UNIT IV – CONTEMPORARY JAINISM

A) Gender issues and Status of Women B) Jaina view about Caste and Class C) Ahimsa, Environmental concerns and World Peace

BOOKS FOR STUDY 1) Jyotiprasad Jain, ‘Religion and Culture of the Jains’, Bhartiya Jnanapitha

Publications, New Delhi, 1975.

2) Jagdishchandra Jain, ‘Studies in Early Jainism’, Navrang, New Delhi, 1992.

3) N. K. Singhi (ed.), Ideal, Ideology and Practice: Studies in Jainism, Printwell

Publishers, Jaipur, 1987.

4) S. Stevenson, ‘The Heart of Jainism’, Munshiram Manoharlal Publishers Pvt.Ltd.,

1995.

5) P. S. Jaini, The Path of Purification, Motilal Banarasidass, Delhi, 1998.

6) V. A. Sanghave, Life and Legacy of Mahavira, Veer Nirvan Bharti Publications,

Meeurt, 1975.

7) R. Williams, Jaina Yoga, Motilal Banarasidass, Delhi, 1963.

8) V. M. Kulkarni, ‘The Story of Rama in Jaina Literature’, Saraswati Oriental Studies,

Ahmedabad, 1990.

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Revised Ordinances and Regulations relating to the One Year Part –

Time Course for the Diploma Course in Jainology With Effect From The Academic Year 2017-18

The course aims to provide information on fundamental tenets of Jaina Religion and

Philosophy. It also focuses on the study of the Jaina Culture and Society. Furthermore it

enumerates the contribution of the Jainas in the field of Science, Arts and Literature. Its

primary objective is to enhance analytical study of the Scriptures, so that one can study

and interpret the Canonical literature. It teaches the core philosophy without any sectarian

bias. Last but not the least, it highlights how philosophy can be applied and followed in

day to day life. The ultimate aim of life according to Jainas, is liberation, which can be

achieved through right Perception, Cognition and Conduct. The course also attempts to

discuss the contemporary problems and the reform movement.

0.3834: A Candidate for being eligible for admission to the course for the Diploma in Jainology must

have passed the Certificate Course in Jainology of the Jain Academy Educational and Research

Centre, Department of Philosophy, University of Mumbai or an equivalent course in Jainology

from any institution recognized by the University.

0.3844: The course for the Diploma in Jainology shall be part – time course and its duration shall be

one year consisting of two academic terms. There will be 90 minute lectures for each paper

every week. The total number of lectures for each paper during the year will be 56.

0.3845: A Candidate for being eligible for admission to the Examination shall satisfy the

following requirements:-

(1) He / She shall have attended the course of instruction for at least three – fourths

of the total number of hours of instruction during each term.

(2) He / She shall produce a certificate from the Head of the Department Instruction

stating that He / She be permitted to appear for the Examination.

0.4008: The fee prescribed for registration shall be Rs. 100 /-

0.4009: The fee prescribed as tuition fee shall be Rs. 1900 /-


0.4010: The fee prescribed as Examination fee shall be Rs. 700 /-

0.4011: There will be a written Examination carrying 200 marks (100 each) and project work of

50 marks.

There will be two papers for Diploma Course in Jainology each carrying 100 marks and

Project work of 50 marks i. e. total marks 250.

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PAPER I

INTRODUCTION TO THE JAINA TEXTS

Selected passages from the following Texts

1. Acharanga Sutra,

2. Kalpa Sutra

3 Tattvartha Sutra

4. Samayasara

5. Dravya Samgraha

Reading Material

1. Acharya Tulsi, ‗Ayaro‘, Jain Vishva Bharti Prakashan, Ladnun, 2031 vs

2. Hermann Jacobi, ‗The Acharanga Sutra‘ in F. Maxmuller (ed.), The Sacred Books of the East, Vol. 22,

Jaina Sutras, Part I,

3. K. C. Sogani, ‗Acharanga Cayanika,‘ Prakrit Bharti Academy, Jaipur, 1993.

4. K. C. Lalvani, ‗Kalpa Sutra of Bhadrabahu Svami‘, Motilal Banarasidass, Delhi, 1979.

5. J. L. Jaini (tr.), ‗Samayasara‘ by Shri Kundakunda Acharya, The Central Jaina Publishing House,

Lucknow, 1930.

6. Nathamal Tatia (tr.), ‗Tattvartha Sutra‘, Herper Collius, London, 1994.

7. K. K. Dixit (tr.), Sukhalalji‘s Commentary on Tattvartha Sutra of Umasvati, L. D. Institute of

Indology, Ahemdabad, 1974.

8. S. G. Ghoshal (ed.), ‗Dravya Samgraha‘ of Nemichandra Siddhanta Chakravati, Motilal Banarasidass,

Delhi, 1974.

PAPER II

JAINA TRADITION : CLASSICAL AND CONTEMPORARY

UNIT I

CLASSICAL JAINA TRADITION

a) Jainism before Mahavira, Mahavira and His Contemporaries.

b) Literature of Digambaras, Transition from Agama Kala to Darshana Kala.

c) Spread of Jainism.

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UNIT II

CONTRIBUTIONS OF JAINA THINKERS

a) Philosophical Concepts: Naya and Syad.

b) Samantabhadra, Siddhasen Divakar, Amrutchandra.

c) Haribhadra, Hemchandra, Yasovijayji.

UNIT III

JAINA REFORM MOVEMENT

a) Religious Reform: Need (prerequisite) and Justification.

b) Lonka Shah, Acharya Bhikshu, Rajachandra.

c) Santabal, Kanjiswami, Vijayvallabhasuri.

UNIT IV

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN JAINISM / JAINISM TODAY

a) Problems of Identity and Unity.

b) Bio-ethical Issues.

c) Business Ethics.

READING MATERIAL

1. K. C. Jain, Lord Mahavira and His Times, Motilal Banarasidass, Delhi, 1991.

2. A. K. Chatterjee, A Comprehensive History of Jainism, Vol. I and II, Firma KLM Private

Limited, Calcutta, 1978.

3. P. C. Nahar and K. C. Ghosh, An Encyclopedia of Jainism, Sri Satguru Publications,

Delhi, 1908.

4. Surender Jain, Glimpses of Jainism, Motilal Banarasidass, New Delhi, 1997.

5. K. C. Mardia, The Scientific Secrets of Jainism, Motilal Banarasidass, Delhi, 1996.

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University of Mumbai

Department of Philosophy

Syllabus for

One year Part time Certificate Course in Indian Aesthetics

Preamble

This course aims at exposing students to a range of aesthetic theories in the Indian and Western traditions.

It also proposes to show the practical roots of these theories by illustrating their applications in diverse art

forms such as painting, sculpture, architecture, dance and music. The course aims at covering the

theoretical frame work of several world views in the Indian and Western traditions. However, it also

endeavours to focus on the relation between these world views and art forms such as architecture, sculptor

and painting.

While this course will delve into the philosophical foundations of Indian aesthetic traditions from

theoretical and practical aspects, it will also be strongly related to culture, history, society, language and

literature. Moreover, it will also study some of the Indian aesthetic theories in a comparative context with

respect to Western theories. This course is interdisciplinary to suit the development of academic life in a

complex twenty-first century context. Moreover, this course aims at retaining the relationship between

the ancient and contemporary, which is indispensable in any sustained study of art.

This certificate course in Indian Aesthetics aims at understanding aesthetics and art from the perspective

of theory and application. Its goal is also to create a critical mental framework which will make it possible

for students to engage in art criticism. Thus, this course will help academicians, students, art critics, artists

and even lay persons all of who have an interest in art.

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Ordinance and Regulations relating to the one year - Part-time certificate course in Indian Aesthetics

O.5928 : Title of the Course

Certificate Course in Indian Aesthetics

O.5929 : (i) Eligibility Criteria: HSC or its Equivalent in any stream (arts or science or commerce)

R.8303 : (ii) Attendance Requirement:

For being eligible for admission to the written examination the candidate

should satisfy the following requirements: -

(1) Attendance of 75% of the course instruction during each term.

(2) A Certificate from the Course Coordinator stating that this requirement has

been fulfilled.

R.8304 (iii) Course Structure:

The course ‗ certificate in Indian Aesthetics‘ will be a part-time course.

Its duration will be for one year consisting of two academic terms (The term

will be fixed as per the University norms for terms)

There will be two lectures of one hour duration per week for Paper I and II,

respectively.

(Total number of lectures per week will be four)

There will be sixteen lectures per unit.

There will be sixty four lectures per paper.

The total number of lectures will be one hundred and twenty eight for the

whole course.

R.8305 (iv) Examination Guidelines:

There will be two papers for Certificate Course in Indian Aesthetics each carrying 100 marks

and Project work of 50 marks i. e. total marks 250. In the written examination, in each

paper 40% marks will be assigned to the internal assessment and 60% to the year end

examination. 40 % marks will be required for passing separately in each paper and project.

R.8306 (v) Fee Structure for Students: a. The fee prescribed for registration shall be Rs. 40/ -

b. The fee prescribed as tuition fee shall be Rs. 2565/ -

c. Examination Fees will be Rs 700/-

d. Prospectus and Identity Card shall be Rs. 150/-

R.8307 (vi ) Eligibility for Teachers: The teachers for this course will be qualified postgraduate teachers from the

social science or arts faculty or eminent artists.

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Paper I

INDIAN AESTHETICS: THEORIES AND COMPARISIONS

Unit I

1. The nature of aesthetics, its relation to philosophy and literature:

Indian traditions

2.The nature of aesthetics and its relation to philosophy and literature:

Western traditions

Unit II

3.The concept of Rasa:

(a)Bharata‘s Natya Shastra and its Critics

(b)Abhinavagupta‘s Rasa Siddhanta.

4.The Concept of Dhvani

(a)Anandavardana‘s Dhanyaloka, with reference to Abhidha, lakshana, Vyanjana and

Tatparya

(b)Its extension to music, dance and drama.

Unit III

5. Ancient Greek:

(a)Plato( Mimesis, the Arts and Unity of Values )and Aristotle(Mimetic Arts and

Techne, Emotions and Catharsis)

(b)Similarities and Differences with Classical Indian views

6. Modern Western Aesthetics:

(a) Humean Aesthetics of Taste and Kantian Aesthetics of Reception

(c) Similarities and Differences with Classical Indian views.

Unit IV:

(7) Contemporary Indian Aesthetics I:

(a)Rabrindranath Tagore

(b)Sri Aurobindo

(8) Contemporary Indian Aesthetics II:

(a) R. D. Ranade

(b)Coomaraswami.

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Paper II

INDIAN ART: WORLD VIEWS AND PRACTICES

Unit I

1. The Vedic and Upanishadic World Views(Sruti, Upanisadas and Puranas):

(a)Theoretical Construct

(b)Relation to Art (Literature, Architecture, Sculpture, Painting)

2. Tantric and Kashmir Shaivism World Views:


(b)Relation to Art (Literature, Architecture, Sculpture, Painting and Dance)

Unit II

3. The Buddhist World View:

(a)Theoretica1 Construct

(b)Relation to Art (Literature, Architecture, Sculpture, Painting

4.The Jaina World View:


(b)Relation to Art (Literature, Architecture, Sculpture, Painting)

UNIT III 5.The Bhakti World View:


(b)Relation to Art (Literature, Architecture, Sculpture and Painting)

6.Islamic and Sufi World Views:


(b)Relation to Art (Literature, Architecture, Sculpture and Painting)

Unit IV

7 Folk Art Traditions (I):


(b)Relation to Art (Literature and Painting)

8. Folk Art Traditions (II):


(b)Relation to Art (Music and Dance)

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Reading List:

1. Basham, A.L. — The wonder that was India,

2. Kramrish stella - The Hindu temple I and II (Motilal Banarasidass).

3. Prof. S.N. Dasgupta - History of Indian Philosophy.

4. M. Hiriyanna - Essentials of Indian Philosophy.

5. M. Hiriyanna - Outlines of Indian of Philosophy.

6. Mookeijee A. and Khanna M -.The Tantric way

7. Masson and Patwardhan, Bhandarkart Oriental -Shantarasa and Abhinavagupta‘s Philosophy of

Aesthetics

8. Number of Rasas - Raghavan V.

9. Barlingay S.S - A Modern Introduction to Indian Aesthetics

10. Raniera Gnoli - Aesthetic Experience According to Abinavagupta-

11. K.C.Pandey- Comparative Aesthetics (2vols)

12. Harsha V. Dehejia - The Advaita of Art

13.Kapila Vatsyayan, Classical Indian Dance in Literature and the Arts

14.Mitter Partha, Indian Art

15. U. P.Shah- Studies in Jain Art,

16. Pal Pratapaditya- Buddhist Art: form & Meaning

17 A. Ghosh- .Jain Art and Architecture (3 Vols)

18. Robert Hillenbrand - Islamic Art and Architecture 19. G.K. Bhatt- Rasa Theory 20. Ranjan Ghosh, Great Thinkers on Indian Art: Creativity, Aesthetic Communication and Freedom

21. Rabindranath Tagore- Art and Aesthetics 22. Bharats’ Natyashastra Tr, 23. Annadvardhan ‘s Dhvanyaloka, Tr, Amaldas

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University of Mumbai

Department of Philosophy

Syllabus for

One year Part time Certificate Course in Communal Harmony and Social Peace

Preamble

This course aims at exposing students to a range of aesthetic theories in the Indian and Western traditions.

It also proposes to show the practical roots of these theories by illustrating their applications in diverse art

forms such as painting, sculpture, architecture, dance and music. The course aims at covering the

theoretical frame work of several world views in the Indian and Western traditions. However, it also

endeavours to focus on the relation between these world views and art forms such as architecture, sculptor

and painting.

While this course will delve into the philosophical foundations of Indian aesthetic traditions from

theoretical and practical aspects, it will also be strongly related to culture, history, society, language and

literature. Moreover, it will also study some of the Indian aesthetic theories in a comparative context with

respect to Western theories. This course is interdisciplinary to suit the development of academic life in a

complex twenty-first century context. Moreover, this course aims at retaining the relationship between

the ancient and contemporary, which is indispensable in any sustained study of art.

This certificate course in Communal Harmony and Social Peace aims at understanding aesthetics and art

from the perspective of theory and application. It aims at inculcating sensitivity to diverse art traditions

both from an Indian and Western points of view. Its goal is also to create a critical mental framework

which will make it possible for students to engage in art criticism. Thus, this course will help

academicians, students, art critics, artists and even lay persons all of who have an interest in art.

38

Ordinance and Regulations relating to the one year - Part-time certificate course in Communal Harmony

and Social Peace

O.5930 : Title of the Course

Certificate Course Communal Harmony and Social Peace

O.5931 : (i) Eligibility Criteria: HSC or its Equivalent in any stream (arts or science or commerce)

R.8308 : (ii) Attendance Requirement:

For being eligible for admission to the written examination the candidate

should satisfy the following requirements: -

(1) Attendance of 75% of the course instruction during each term.

(2) A Certificate from the Course Coordinator stating that this requirement has

been fulfilled.

R.8304 (iii) Course Structure:

The course ‗ certificate in Communal Harmony and Social Peace will be a

part-time course.

Its duration will be for one year consisting of two academic terms (The term

will be fixed as per the University norms for terms)

There will be two lectures of one hour duration per week for Paper I and II,

respectively.

(Total number of lectures per week will be four)

There will be sixteen lectures per unit.

There will be sixty four lectures per paper.

The total number of lectures will be one hundred and twenty eight for the

whole course.

R.8305 (iv) Examination Guidelines:

There will be two papers for Certificate Course in Indian Aesthetics each carrying 100 marks

and Project work of 50 marks i. e. total marks 250. In the written examination, in each

paper 40% marks will be assigned to the internal assessment and 60% to the year end

examination. 40 % marks will be required for passing separately in each paper and project.

R.8306 (v) Fee Structure for Students: a. The fee prescribed for registration shall be Rs. 40/ -

b. The fee prescribed as tuition fee shall be Rs. 2565/ -

c. Examination Fees will be Rs 700/-

d. Prospectus and Identity Card shall be Rs. 150/-

R.8307 (vi ) Eligibility for Teachers: The teachers for this course will be qualified postgraduate teachers from the

social science or arts faculty or eminent artists.

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