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InSIS NATIONAL SEMINAR 2026
Perspectives from Ancient Wisdom (Jainism, Buddhism, and Vedānta) and Contemporary Research
17–19 December 2026
Satyawati College, University of Delhi, New Delhi
Presentations in person and online
What can Jain philosophy contribute to a dialogue on oneness that takes plurality seriously?
Anekāntavāda and syādvāda offer ways to examine the many-sidedness of reality and the limits of any single standpoint. Ahiṃsā and aparigraha bring questions of non-violence, restraint and responsibility into contemporary debates on ethical living. The seminar invites scholars to explore these questions through Jain philosophical and literary texts, manuscript research and comparative inquiry.
Suggested research areas
· Jain philosophy and contemporary inquiry — Anekāntavāda, syādvāda, consciousness, non-violence, ecology, education and the ethics of AI.
· Sanskrit and Prakrit textual studies — Jain Āgamas, Sanskrit philosophical works and commentaries, grammar, narrative literature, translation and interpretation.
· Apabhraṃśa language and literature — Jain literary traditions, philosophical expression, linguistic development and connections with modern Indian languages.
· Manuscripts and digital humanities — Manuscript description, textual criticism, critical editions, digitisation and access to Jain textual heritage.
· Comparative philosophy — Jain, Buddhist and Vedāntic perspectives on unity, plurality and interdependence, with attention to the distinct premises of each tradition.
We especially welcome early-career researchers, manuscript scholars and contributors working directly with original texts.
Submission deadlines
· Abstracts — 10 November 2026
· Full papers — 20 November 2026
Initial registration fee:
₹1,500 for non-life members · ₹1000 for InSIS life members
👉 Register and submit your abstract
Organised by the Indian Society for Indic Studies (InSIS), a unit of Dr. Paramamitra Shastri Education & Charitable Trust, Vadodara, in collaboration with Satyawati College, University of Delhi, New Delhi.
Prof. Ramanath Pandey — Seminar Director
Prof. (Dr.) Ajay Kumar Jha — Seminar Convenor
Please share this call with scholars, research students and institutions working in Jain Studies, Sanskrit, Prakrit and Apabhraṃśa.
#CallForPapers #JainStudies #Sanskrit #Prakrit #Apabhramsha #IndianPhilosophy #ManuscriptStudies

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