The Bhagavad Gita as a Pillar of Indian Knowledge System: A Philosophical Study

Authors

  • Ms. Riku Panigrahi Teaching Associate, Department of English, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Shri Venkateshwara University, Gajraula, Uttar Pradesh, India Author https://orcid.org/0009-0009-4904-9204

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31305/rrjiks.2026.v3.n1.005

Keywords:

The Bhagavad Gita, Indian Knowledge System, Philosophy, Dharma, Karma, Moksha

Abstract

The Bhagavad Gita is a foundational philosophical text of India that has significantly influenced ethical, spiritual, and intellectual thought for centuries. It presents key concepts such as dharma (duty), karma (action), and moksha (liberation), offering practical guidance for leading a balanced and purposeful life. The teachings of the Gita promote self-discipline, emotional stability, and moral responsibility, making it relevant not only in spiritual contexts but also in modern fields like leadership and psychology. Within the framework of Indian Knowledge Systems, the Gita holds a central place as a source of philosophical and ethical wisdom. It encompasses traditional Indian disciplines, including philosophy, science, arts, and governance, and the Gita provides a unifying vision of knowledge that integrates action, devotion, and intellect. Its emphasis is on holistic development and harmony between individual duty and universal order. Thus, the Bhagavad Gita continues to play a vital role in preserving and transmitting India’s indigenous knowledge traditions while offering timeless insights applicable to contemporary life.

Author Biography

  • Ms. Riku Panigrahi, Teaching Associate, Department of English, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Shri Venkateshwara University, Gajraula, Uttar Pradesh, India

    Ms Riku Panigrahi, PhD. Scholar at Sangam University, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, is an experienced educator and researcher with over 15 years of professional service as a Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) in English. Her doctoral research focuses on Ecofeminism and the ecological studies of various writers, examining the intersection of gender, literature, and environmental consciousness. Drawing on her extensive teaching background, she integrates literary scholarship with environmental criticism, contributing meaningfully to the growing discourse on ecological issues in literature. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to secondary and higher secondary education, working to enhance students’ language proficiency, literary appreciation, and critical thinking skills. She has actively engaged with the academic community, presenting papers at two national and international conferences and publishing three research articles in reputed peer-reviewed journals. These works reflect her ongoing commitment to rigorous scholarship and her interest in bridging classroom teaching with contemporary research trends. A sustained dedication to pedagogy, research, and the dissemination of knowledge marks her academic journey. She continues to explore how literature can serve as a powerful tool for raising environmental awareness and fostering social change. She is currently serving as a Teaching Associate in the Department of English, School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Shri Venkateshwara University, Gajraula, Uttar Pradesh.

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Published

2026-06-25

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): Research Review Journal of Indian Knowledge Systems [JAN-JUN 2026]

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Articles

How to Cite

Panigrahi, R. (2026). The Bhagavad Gita as a Pillar of Indian Knowledge System: A Philosophical Study . Research Review Journal of Indian Knowledge Systems, 3(1), 39-48. https://doi.org/10.31305/rrjiks.2026.v3.n1.005