SEMINAR ANNOUNCEMENT

4 Internaonal Seminar Universal Welfare and the Eternal Philosophy of

December 3‐5, 2019

Kurukshetra University, , Haryana (India) Universal Welfare and the Eternal Philosophy of Bhagavad Gita

Theme Background

Shrimad Bhagavad-Gita forms a unique portion of the epic whose study has enraptured generations of men and women. Kurukshetra, the land of this great epic and the land of Gita fascinates historians, researchers, ascetics, tourists and common man alike to visit this place and sense the vibes of the eternal message of Lord . Bhagavad gita deals with the subtle and recondite details of ethics and metaphysics relating them at the same time to the most fundamental aspirations of man. This is not done by means of any abstract disquisition, but by selecting a specific situation involving a moral dilemma and pointing out how it can be overcome. This concrete mode of treatment has made its appeal universal, which led to numerous commentaries, interpretations and translations in almost all languages of the world. At the outset, resolves to renounce the world and withdraw from the battle. He fails to realize that his decision has put the fate of righteousness at stake. At this time of utter confusion, Lord Krishna gives the message of Gita which is of utmost value for this universe. He preaches that one is bound to work for the cause of wider entity to work for no profit to oneself especially when one is in a responsible position. Thus Gita is not restricted in its application to a particular sitution; its message is eternal and for universal welfare leading us not to individuality but to comprehensiveness through a deep sense of duty. In this way, its unfathomable depth spellbinds the researchers to look for deeper meanings.

Gita Jayanti has been traditionally celebrated in Kurukshetra as an important occasion that was elevated to international level through International Gita Mahotsav. The annual festivities of this occasion include many programmes associated with Gita including intellectual deliberations in the academic seminar. This is fourth seminar in the row. The earlier seminars have been attended by the galaxy of experts who shared their researches contributed with new inputs. The seminar for the year 2019 is planned with the objective(s) of sharing cross cultural works and provide platform for knowledge building. The theme for the seminar is set to reveal central idea of Bhagavad-Gita philosophy for the welfare of mankind. Universal Welfare and the Eternal Philosophy of Bhagavad Gita

The International Seminar on Universal welfare and eternal philosophy of Bhagavad-Gita is being organized by Kurukshetra University from December 3-5, 2019 as part of International Gita Mahotsav 2019. Kurukshetra University is ideally suited for debates and discussions on Bhagavad-Gita. It started in 1956 with Sanskrit department but soon grew into a multi disciplinary university and its vast expanse and extensive research base provides perfect settings for free thinking and interdisciplinary learning. This seminar on Bhagavad-Gita is being organized by the Departments: Sanskrit-Pali-Prakrit, Institute of Sanskrit and Indological Studies, Philosophy, Management, Music and Psychology with the objective of getting inputs from traditional and modern streams of knowledge. The valuable knowledge of experts shall be widely shared to make contributions towards the theme of the seminar. Universal Welfare and the Eternal Philosophy of Bhagavad Gita

Theme{s} Background The seminar is divided into eight sessions as detailed below. Academic researches, working papers and other contributions are invited for the technical sessions. A few subject areas are specified for the sessions but researchers working in other disciplines may also contribute. The theme 'Bhagavad-Gita' cannot be bound in modern day discipline compartments.

The Eternal wisdom of Inaugural Dec 3, 10.00 AM- 1.00 PM Session Bhagavad-Gita Panel discussion by foreign Technical Dec 3, 2.00 PM- 6.00 PM experts: International Session 1 Perspective on Bhagavad Gita

Technical Dec 3, 2.00 PM- 6.00 PM Music and Bhagavad gita Session 2

Technical Dec 4, 10.00 AM- 1.00 PM Philosophical cross-Trends in Session 3&4 2.00 PM- 6.00 PM Modern World and Gita

Technical Dec 4, 10.00 AM- 1.00 PM Gita as perceived by the Session 5 Commentators

Open House: Organizing self Technical Dec 4, 2.00 PM- 6.00 PM Session 6 Inputs from Bhagavad gita

Bhagavadgita for Psychological Technical Dec 5, 10.00 AM- 1.00 PM Session 7 Well-being

Business Disruptions and Technical Dec 5, 10.00 AM- 1.00 PM Transformations: Solutions Session 8 from Bhagavad gita Valedictory Dec 5, 3.00 PM- 5.00 PM Outcomes of the Seminar Session Universal Welfare and the Eternal Philosophy of Bhagavad Gita

Highlights

Renowned international and national scholars of Bhagavad-Gita will be part of the seminar and their papers will be published in proceedings from researches of different subjects and languages.

The proceedings of seminar will be used as direction for future research and works on Bhagavad-Gita.

The seminar is supported by the Govt. of Haryana and outcomes of discussions shall provide new ideas and way forward for developing Kurukshetra as a land of Bhagavad-Gita.

Who should aend? Academicians, Researchers, Scholars, Writers, Thinkers, Industry experts and Students

Submission Guidelines Papers on the suggested themes or related themes can be submitted. Full papers shall be 3000-5000 words shall include name(s) of author(s), affiliation, postal and e-mail address. Papers can be written in English/Hindi/ Sanskrit. Participants are encouraged to submit the original researches and strictly avoid plagiarism. Authors are required to submit an abstract of around 300 words by September 24, 2019. Full papers can be submitted by Nov 5, 2019. Papers shall follow the style sheets for their respective disciplines as the seminar technical sessions are coordinated by Dept of Sanskrit-Pali-Prakrit, Institute of Sanskrit& Indological Studies, Dept of Psychology, Music & Dance, Philosophy and University School of Management. Papers are expected from Sanskrit, Tourism, Philosophy, Management, Commerce, Law, Environment and Sciences. Universal Welfare and the Eternal Philosophy of Bhagavad Gita

Selected papers will be considered for publication in the seminar proceedings. Contributors shall be informed of acceptance for publication post seminar.

Abstracts and Papers can be submitted to Dr Surjeet Kumar, Communication Incharge Seminar, Dept. of Tourism and Hotel Management, Kurukshetra University Kurushetra-136118 through email to [email protected].

Registraon A nominal registration fee is to be paid by participants to seminar. The registration fee details are:

Registration fee for per paper Inclusions per participant

Academicians, Rs. 1000 Hospitality during seminar sessions, seminar Researchers and certificate, conference kit; and post seminar Industry participants proceedings (if paper published).

Research Scholars Rs. 700 Hospitality during seminar sessions, seminar certificate, conference kit (if paper accepted) and post seminar proceedings (if paper published)

Student Rs. 500 Hospitality during seminar sessions, seminar certificate, conference kit (if paper accepted) and post seminar proceedings (if paper published) Universal Welfare and the Eternal Philosophy of Bhagavad Gita

We encourage prior registration as it shall enable us to make suitable arrangements for you. Registration fee can be transferred through RTGS/ONLINE to the University Account 'VC KUK Collection account' in State Bank of India Kurukshetra University- number 10139650221, IFSC code SBIN0001600. The details of transaction shall be shared/ sent along with registration form by post or by email that to the Communication Incharge Seminar. You are requested to claim your Traveling allowance from your parent institute. Stay facilies Those wanting to use university guest house stay facilities will be required to pay Rs. 500 per person per day for double occupancy and Rs. 750 per person per day for single occupancy. Stay facilities in university guest house are limited and shall be provided on priority to invited guests. Participants are advised to arrange their stay in advance as large numbers of tourists are expected in Kurukshetra due to International Gita Mahotsav, 2018. Seminar Technical Commiee All papers shall be reviewed by the seminar technical committee of following experts. Prof Krishna , Dept of Sanskrit, Sanskrit, Indological Studies Prof Vibha, Dept of Sanskrit, and related areas Kurukshetra University Prof Shuchismita, Dept.of Music&Dance, Philosophy, Psychology, music Prof.R.K.Deswal,Dept.of Philosophy and related areas Dr. Ranjana,Dept.of Psychology Prof B. S. Bodla, Director, Institute of Management, Law, Science and Management Studies, (KU) related areas Prof R.C.Dalal, Chairperson, University School of Management, (KU) Prof S. S. Boora, Dept. of Tourism & Tourism, Environment, Ecology Hotel Mgt, (KU) etc. Prof R. B. Kumar, Dept. of Tourism & Hotel Mgt., (KU) Universal Welfare and the Eternal Philosophy of Bhagavad Gita

Correspondence for Seminar Confirm your participation at the earliest. All queries regarding seminar shall be addressed to Communication Incharge Seminar; Dr. Surjeet Kumar, Dept of Tourism and Hotel Management, Kurukshetra University

Patron Prof Kailash Sharma Vice- Chancellor, Kurukshetra University Kurukshetra

Director Seminar Registrar Organizing Secretary

Prof Manjula Chaudhary, Dean, Academic Affairs, Dr. Nita Khanna Prof Mohinder Chand Kurukshetra University

Advisory Committee Organizing Core Committee Maa Satya Kalra, Prof. S. S. Boora, Dept. of Tourism and Path to Anandam, US Hotel Management, (KU)

Sh. Upendra Singhal, Prof. Mohinder Chand, Dept. of Tourism Kurukshetra and Hotel Management, (KU)

Dr. Ramender, Member, Krishna Dr.Deswal, Dept. of Philosophy, (KU) Circuit, Ministry of Culture, GOI

Sh. Vijay Narula, Member KDB Dr. Vibha Aggarwal, Dept. of Sanskrit, Pali & Prakrit.

Sh. Madan Mohan Chabra, Prof. Pawan Kumar Sharma Dean Students Hon. Secy KDB Welfare,(KU) Sessions organising committee Chairperson

Philosophy Prof. R.K.Deswl

Sanskrit, Pali & Prakrit Prof. Krishna Devi

Psychology Dr. Ranjana

University School of Managemant Prof. R.C.Dalal

Music & Dance Prof. Shuchismita

Institute of Sanskrit & Indological Studies Prof. Vibha Aggarwal