13. INDIAN KNOWLEDGE SYSTEM: HERITAGE, WISDOM, AND CONTEMPORARY RELEVANCE

The Indian Knowledge System (IKS) is a vast repository of indigenous knowledge developed over thousands of years. Rooted in ancient scriptures, oral traditions, arts, sciences, and holistic philosophies, it encompasses a wide range of disciplines from mathematics, astronomy, medicine, linguistics, and environmental science to ethics, spirituality, and education. This paper explores the foundations of the Indian Knowledge System, its interdisciplinary nature, and its relevance to contemporary education, sustainability, and innovation. It also discusses the efforts to revive and integrate IKS within the modern academic and developmental landscape.