Indian knowledge system
Name: Gohil Dhruvishaba Jaydipsinh
(1) what is a meant by Indian knowledge system (IKS)?The Indian Knowledge System (IKS) is the knowledge and wisdom that developed in India from ancient time. It includes Vedas, Upanishads, Ayurveda, Yoga, Philosophy, Science, Mathematics, Literature and Arts.
In ancient India, this knowledge was mainly given through the The Indian Knowledge System (IKS) is the knowledge and wisdom that developed in India from ancient time.includes Vedas, Upanishads, Ayurveda, Yoga, Philosophy, Science, Mathematics, Literature and Arts.
In ancient India, this knowledge was mainly given through the Gurukul system, where students lived with their teacher and learned education, good values and discipline together.
IKS is not only about book knowledge. It also teaches how to live a good life, respect nature, and help society. It is an important part of Indian culture and many of its ideas are useful even today., where students lived with their teacher and learned education, good values and discipline together.IKS is not only about book knowledge. It also teaches how to live a good life, respect nature, and help society. It is an important part of Indian culture and many of its ideas are useful even today.
(2) explain the role of vedas in IKS
The Vedas are the main source of the Indian Knowledge System (IKS). They are the oldest sacred books of India and contain knowledge about life, nature, education and values. The Vedas have guided Indian culture and learning for many years.
There are four Vedas:
• Rigveda – It gives knowledge about nature, prayers and the universe.
•Yajurveda – It explains rituals, duties and the correct way of performing yajnas.
•Samaveda – It is related to music, chanting and devotion.
•Atharvaveda – It gives knowledge about medicine, health, agriculture and daily life.
The Vedas are the foundation of IKS because they teach knowledge, good values and practical life. Even today, their ideas are useful in education and society.