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Applicants must be under 32 years of age, with a minimum of five years of study under a traditional Guru or Gurukul system. No formal degree is required, but candidates must demonstrate proven excellence in classical knowledge. The application deadline is August 15.RESEARCH DISCIPLINES UNDER SETUBANDHA SCHEMEScholars can pursue research across 18 Indian Knowledge Systems-aligned disciplines, as listed below:Anvikshiki Vidya – Vedic philosophy and cognitive scienceLanguage and Vak Analysis – Linguistics and grammarHistory and Civilization Studies – Indian history and cultureDharmashastra and Secular Law – Religion, society and lawPolitics and Economics – Political and strategic studiesMathematics, Physics and Jyotisha – Maths, physics and astrologyMedicine and Health Science – Ayurveda and health sciencesSubstance, Quality and Combination Science – Chemistry, medicine and nutritionAgriculture and Animal Husbandry – Traditional agricultural practicesArchitecture and Construction Science – Vastu and engineeringRasa-Metal Science – Chemistry and metallurgyMechanical and New Engineering – Mechanics and digital engineeringGandharva Vidya – Theatre, music and performing artsSculpture and Visual Arts – Fine arts and iconographyOrnamental and Decorative Arts – Fashion and interior designEducational and Recreational Studies – Education and entertainmentVeda-Vedanga and Philosophy – Vedas and Indian philosophyDandaniti Vidya – Governance and jurisprudenceREVIVING INDIA 'S ANCIENT KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMSProfessor Varkhedi called the initiative 'a historic effort to restore India's ancient knowledge systems to the global research arena.'Scholars will benefit from access to cutting-edge labs and mentorship at institutes like IITs, bridging gaps between traditional wisdom and scientific enquiry.- Ends
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