Investigates the evolution of caste structures, social identities, and traditional frameworks in Indian society. The field also studies contemporary debates, reform movements, and genetic or historical research surrounding social unity and diversity in India.
Focuses on the role of women in Indian society across history, family structures, cultural practices, and contemporary life. It also examines changing gender narratives, social reforms, and the impact of modern feminist thought.
Relationship of Buddhism, Jainism & Hinduism
Explores the philosophical, historical, and cultural interactions between India’s major dharmic traditions. The field studies shared ideas, debates, influences, and the evolution of religious practices over time.
Indian Social Fault Lines, NGOs & Foreign Nexuses
Examines social divisions, activism, and the role of institutions, NGOs, and foreign influence in shaping public discourse and policy in India. It studies how identity, politics, and external narratives intersect within Indian society.
Western Indology & Western Universalism
Critically studies Western academic approaches to Indian civilization, texts, and traditions. It explores themes such as philology, postmodern theory, Orientalism, and debates around representation, interpretation, and cultural frameworks.
Modern South Asian Studies in the West
Analyzes how South Asia is studied and represented in Western academia, think tanks, churches, and policy institutions. It investigates the influence of funding, geopolitics, and intellectual frameworks on these narratives.
Focuses on the history, identity, and socio-political dynamics of minority communities in India, especially those with transnational religious or cultural connections. It studies relationships between local traditions, global institutions, and national identity.
Study of Inculturation, Digestion & Related Socio-Politics
Examines how Indian ideas, traditions, and spiritual systems are adapted, reinterpreted, or absorbed into other cultural and religious frameworks. It also studies the socio-political implications of cultural appropriation and transformation.
Chronology of Ancient History
Investigates timelines, historical dating methods, and interpretations of ancient Indian civilization. This field studies archaeological, textual, astronomical, and cultural evidence to reconstruct historical continuity and chronology.
