Research & Publications

BPGVS promotes research, documentation, publication, and dissemination of knowledge related to Indian Knowledge Systems, traditional sciences, indigenous technologies, and their contemporary relevance.

🎓 SWAYAM & NPTEL Courses

BPGVS actively encourages learners, researchers, teachers, and students to explore structured academic courses offered through India’s leading digital learning platforms such as SWAYAM and NPTEL.

Courses related to Ancient Indian Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Traditional Knowledge Systems, Indian Scientific Heritage, and Indigenous Technologies provide valuable insights into India’s intellectual and scientific contributions across millennia.

Notably, courses developed by scholars including Prof. D. P. Mishra (IIT Kanpur) introduce learners to the history, philosophy, and technological achievements of ancient India while connecting them to contemporary scientific perspectives.

📚 Books & Scholarly Publications

Publication of books, edited volumes, conference proceedings, research papers, monographs, and educational resources forms an important component of BPGVS activities.

These publications aim to document traditional knowledge systems, scientific achievements, technological innovations, and cultural practices that have contributed to India’s civilizational heritage.

⭐ Featured Publication

Glimpses of Ancient Indian Science and Technology

Edited by Prof. D. P. Mishra, this volume presents selected studies highlighting important developments in ancient Indian science and technology. The work explores themes related to mathematics, astronomy, engineering traditions, metallurgy, medicine, and other scientific disciplines that flourished in ancient India.

The publication serves as a valuable reference for students, researchers, educators, and all those interested in understanding India’s scientific heritage from an interdisciplinary perspective.

🔍 Research Areas

• Ancient Indian Science and Technology
• History of Mathematics and Astronomy
• Metallurgical Traditions and Indigenous Engineering
• Traditional Agriculture and Water Management Systems
• Ayurveda, Yoga and Health Sciences
• Temple Architecture and Vastu Traditions
• Sanskrit Scientific Literature
• Knowledge Preservation and Documentation
• Science Education and Public Outreach