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CURRICULUM –VITAE Prof. Dr. (Mrs.) K.R.RAJANI M.A; M.A; PhD
Designation:
Professor of Philosophy and
Director, Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Centre for
Women’s Studies, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
Address: Dept. of Philosophy
Andhra University, Visakhapatnam – 530003,
Andhra Pradesh, INDIA
E-mail :[email protected],
Cell no. : 09866091925
Off. no. : 0891-2844691, 2844409
Educational Qualifications:
M.A. (Philosophy) First class, University 1st Rank (1982)
M.A. (Religious Studies) – First Class 1995.
Ph.D. Awarded in May 1990. Topic: “The Ideal of Human Unity:
A Critical Study in Sri Aurobindo’s Integral Philosophy”.
Service:
Professional Service : 21 Yrs
Research Experience : 28 Yrs
Awards & Achievements:
Indo–French Cultural Exchange Programme of the Indian Council of Philosophical Research (ICPR) Government of India, Ministry of Human Resource Development, New Delhi to visit Paris.
Sun News achievement award 2010 by Sun News daily paper, Visakhapatnam
Dr. S. Radhakrishnan’s Award for Best Academician for the year 2007 by Andhra University, India.
Best Researcher Award for the year 2006 by Andhra University (Platinum Jubilee Convocation, 16 –01-2008) India.
Staff-Award for International Study and Research Grant in 2005 by Andhra University, (Two-Months) – Visited University of Chicago, Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University, U.S.A during April to May 2005.
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Prizes Awarded (1982):
Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Philosophy Prize.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy Birth Bicentenary Prize of the Andhra Pradesh Brahma Samaj.
G.S.R. Krishnaiah Philosophy prize
Nomination:
“International Women of the Year for 2000 / 2001” by International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, England.
Fellowships and Associate ships:
UGC/JRF : 1984 –1989
UGC/RA : 1991-1994
Details for Publication of Books, Papers:
Publication of Books : 3 (Details in Annexure – I)
Publication of Papers : 22
Presentation of Papers in National and International Seminars : 55 (Details in Annexure – I)
Conducted National Seminars/Workshops: 21
1. U.G.C/National Seminar on “Relevance of Philosophy in 21st Century” held
during 27-28th January 2006, Dept. of Philosophy, Andhra University.
2. ICPR National Seminar on Morality and Social Policy: A Philosophical
Analysis on Liberty Equality and Justice during 7-9 February 2007 at Andhra
University Visakhapatnam
3. UGC-SAM Workshop “Capacity Building of Women Managers in Higher
Education” held at Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
during 03-11-2008 to 07-11-2008.
4. ICPR National Seminar on Mind and Consciousness: Some
Contemporary Perspectives held during 5th – 7th June, 2010 at Andhra
University.
5. 101st Birthday of Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh on 15th July, 2010 at Centre for
Women’s Studies, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
6. Action Research Project ‘MACC’ (for Students), An Awareness Programme
on “Anti Ragging” in the Awareness meeting on Ragging and its
implications by Andhra University on 20th July, 2010 in Dr. Ambedkar
Assembly Hall, A.U.
7. An Awareness Programme on Gender Discrimination and Its Impact on
Girls Education - Coping Strategies on 28th Oct, 2010 in A.U. High School,
Visakhapatnam.
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8. A One-day Regional Seminar on GENDER EQUALITY through POLITICAL
EMPOWERMENT on 19th Nov, 2010 at Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Centre for
Women’s Studies, Andhra University.
9. Indian Council of Philosophical Research (Government of India, Ministry of
Human Resource Development) Lecture Programme on
19th & 20th Jan, 2011 at A/C Seminar Hall, Dept. of Philosophy, A.U.
10. Lecture Programme on WOMEN’S SPIRITUALITY by Dr. Dianne Jenett,
Co-Director of Women’s Spirituality Program at Institute of Transpersonal
Psychology Palo Alto, California, U.S.A on 7th Feb, 2011
11. Training Workshop for Social Activists on DYNAMICS OF WOMEN
EMPOWERMENT in Collaboration with Andhra Pradesh Mahila Samkhaya
on 10th & 11th Feb, 2011 at A/C Seminar Hall, Platinum Jubilee Guest House,
A.U.
International Women’s Day Celebrations – Symposia from 8th–10th
March, 2011 at A/C Seminar Hall, Platinum Jubilee Guest House, A.U.
12. Symposium on Woman and Health Sciences on 8th March, 2011
13. Symposium on Woman and Leadership: Dalit & Tribal Perspective on 9th
March, 2011
14. Symposium on Woman, Religion and Spirituality on 10th March, 2011
15. 102nd Birthday of Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh on 16th July, 2010 at Centre for
Women’s Studies, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
16. ICPR – National Seminar on “Remembering Professor K. Satchidananda
Murty” on 21st – 24th September, 2011 in Platinum Jubilee Guest House,
Andhra University.
17. TOT Programme on Capacity Building for Self Group Leaders from
27th – 28th Oct, 2011 at Seminar Hall, Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Centre for
Women’s Studies, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
18. A One-day UGC Seminar on DR. B. R. AMBEDKAR’S Philosophy of
Human Rights: Perspectives on Women on 13th December, 2011 at Seminar
Hall, Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Centre for Women’s Studies, Andhra
University, Visakhapatnam.
19. An Interactive Session on “Women Empowerment” in collaboration with
Staya Institute of Technology and Management, Vizianagarm on
3rd January, 2012 at Vizianagaram.
20. A Two-day National Seminar on Violence against Women: Combating
and Coping Strategies in connection with International Women’s Day 2012
from 8th – 9th March, 2012 at Seminar Hall, Centre for Women’s Studies, A.U
21. Silver Jubilee Celebrations of Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Centre for Women’s
Studies and Symposium on Women and Values on 30th March, 2012 at Dr.
B. R. Ambedkar Assembly Hall, Andhra University
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Research Directed: 6 Ph.Ds & 3 M.Phils
Awarded Ph.Ds : 6 awarded
M.Phils : 3 awarded
Awarded Ph.Ds – Six
Ph.D Degree Awarded in 2008 August, to K. Raj Kumar on “Christian Ethics: A Philosophical Analysis”
Ph.D Degree Awarded in 2009 March , to Mrs. N. Sony Havilah on “Ethical concerns of environment among the secondary school students and teachers of Visakhapatnam District”
Women Empowerment with special reference to M.K.Gandhi A Philosophical study by Smt. Botcha Jhansi Lakshmi on November 2008
”Eradication of Untouchability: With special reference to Gandhi “by M. Prasada Rao (ICPR/JRF Fellow)
“Yogoanisads : A Philosophical Study “by A.Rajani (ICPR/JRF Fellow)
“Philosophy of Education with special Reference to M.K.Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore : A Philosophical Study” by K.Victor Babu, (ICPR/JRF Fellow)
Awarded – M.Phils : Three
M.Phil. Degree Awarded in 2002, March to Ajay Adhakari AIT Bangalore, on Bhakti Spirituality.
M.Phil. Degree Awarded in 2005 January, to Pridhvi Raj on concept of Unity in Brihadaranyaka Upanishad.
M.Phil. Degree Awarded in 2007 January, to Mrs.R.Rama Devi on “Axiological concerns of education: A perspective in Sri Aurobindo’s Philosophy”
Present Ph.D Scholars – Three
“Philosophy of Christianity” by Paul Augustine
“Serving with Christian ideals” by Solmon Raj
“Mind and Body Problems” by Mr. Kishore
Present ICPR - Post Doctoral Fellows – Three
Research Projects – Four
Minor Research Project under UGC unassigned grant for the year 2002 - 2004 was completed titled “Where women stand in Philosophy? An Indian Philosophical Perspective”.
UGC starter research project titled “An approach to Non violence Gandhi and Sri Aurobindo” for the year 2007-2008.
Under taken a Major UGC Research Project as a co-investigator titled “Social issues and moral controversies : An analytical study in Applied Ethics” for the Period from 2009 to 2011.
Under taken a Major Research Project financed by Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, titled “Stress and Health
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Implications of Domestic Violence (A Study to assess women’s stress and health ramifications of Domestic Violence in Vizianagaram and Visakhapatnam Districts of Andhra Pradesh)”from period from 2011 – 12
Administrative Experience:
Director, Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Centre for Women’s Studies, Andhra University
Member ,Women Grievance Cell, Andhra University
Co-convener, Research Forum, Andhra University
Admission Committee Member for AUCET and ICET Admissions of Andhra University.
Governing Body Member to a few Affiliated Colleges, Andhra University.
Inspection Committee Member to Affiliated Colleges, Andhra University.
Monographs : Two
Far – Eastern Religions: An Exegetical Approach (1997). Under U.G.C. SAP Phase II.
An Approach to Philosophy of Religion under U.G.C. SAP Phase II 1998.
Symposium Speaker
80th session of IPC, delivered a lecture on Gender Ethics and Political Participation, held in Darjeeling during Oct. 24th – 27th, 2005.
Lectures in USA:
Given lectures on “Philosophy of education in Tennessee State University, U.S.A. on 27th April 2005.
Given many classroom lectures in TSV USA, during April to May 2005.
Lectures in India: Five
Research Forum Lecture given on “Gandhi and Religion” in TLN Sabha Hall, A.U. on Feb 4th, 2008.
Lectures for Certificate course given in New Gandhian Studies, Andhra University during December 2007.
Guest lecture to teachers of A.P.T.F. on 30th August 2004 on the necessity of Philosophy in education.
Research Forum Lecture given on “Moral Issues on Philosophy of Education” chaired by Vice-Chancellor, A.U. on June 28th, 2005.
A series of lectures given in various B. Ed colleges in Andhra Pradesh on
Philosophy of Education.
Lecture given on “Women Empowerment” in NSS Unit, Andhra University
on June, 2010
101 Orientation Lecture in NSS Unit, Andhra University on 27th June, 2011
Resource Person
Academic Staff College, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam in 2003, 04, 05, 08 and 09. Subjects Taught: Philosophy of Religion and Philosophy of Education,
Women and Philosophy.
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Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Centre for Women’s Studies, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam in 23rd to 25th March 2009, Subject taught: Gender perspective in Philosophy.
Gandhian Studies Centre Andhra University Subject taught: Gandhi & Religion.
Workshops - Two
“UGC/Capacity Building workshop for Women managers in Higher Education“ during 8th to 12th March 2007 conducted by Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Centre for Women Studies, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
Participated in UGC-TOT (Training of Trainers) workshop for “Capacity Building of women Managers in higher education” held at Nalsar University of Law; Hyderabad during 20-1-2008 to 25-1-2008.
Summer School:
Participated in the UGC sponsored All India Summer Institute in Indian Philosophy during 21-1-88 to 19-2-88, in the Dept of Philosophy Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
Refresher Course Certificates – Two
Refresher Course Certificate obtained in1996 from Academic Staff College, Andhra University.
Refresher Course Certificate obtained in 1999 from Academic Staff College, Andhra University.
Orientation Course Certificate
Orientation course Certificate Obtained in 1995 from Andhra University, Academic Staff College.
Consultation Project work
A Project Work titled “ A study on the Traditional Religious beliefs of the Kondadora Tribe in Araku Valley, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh in the light of the Methods of Jesus for Evangelization” by Rev.Y.Sundara Rao (Reg.No:01/2007) Submitted to Asian Institute of Theology, Bangalore, on 21 March 2009.
Selecting committee Member:
Maghad University, Patna, Bhihar.
Sree Venkateswara University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Presided Over Seminars:
02 (two) Centenary Celebrations of H.H. Swamy Onkar on Peace in Confucius Tradition.
Seminar on Education for empowerment of Women, 20-21 July 2001, AIT Bangalore.
Radio Talks:
Sri Aurobindo’s integral Yoga and its present day relevance: Broadcasted on 5-2-1991 at 5-30 PM for 10 mts. From All India Radio, Visakhapatnam.
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On Jashuas’ Poetry.
Specialization Subjects:
Sri Aurobindo’s Philosophy
Philosophy of Religion
Sino-Japanese Philosophy
Ethics
Interested Subjects
Gandhian Philosophy
Gender Justice
Philosophy of Education
Women and Philosophy
Henry Bergson Memberships:
Life Member – Indian Philosophical Congress (IPC) from January 1984.
Member – World Council for Curriculum and Instruction (WCCI) California, U.S.A.
Extension Programmes:
Advisory Committee Member to Lotus Educational Systems, Visakhaptnam.
Executive Director to Kranthi – a Voluntary Organization.
Advisory Committee Member to Mispa a Voluntary Organization Visakhapatnam
Secretary to “Live to Love Society for Global inclusive community” a voluntary organization.
Participated as Principal Speaker in a number of churches in Visakhapatnam city.
Participating in awareness programmes like AIDS awareness, Spiritual awareness Educational counseling
Attended an Advanced Leadership Program at Haggai Institute, Maui, Hawaii, USA during January 6th to 30th 2009.
Annexure – I
Publication of Books – 3
A Book Published entitled “The Ideal of Human Unity, Sri Aurobindo” by A.U. Press
& Publication, Visakhapatnam, 1995.
“Relevance of Philosophy in 21st Century”, Associated Publishers 2006, Ambala (ed).
A Book Published entitled “Morality and Social Policy A Philosophical Analysis by
Associated Publishers 2009, Ambala (ed).
Publication of Papers -22
1. A paper published in Darshana International An International Quarterly of Philosophy
Psychology, Psychical Research, Religion, Mysticism and Sociology, Vol. XXX, Jan
1990 November 1 titled as The Karma Yoga of Bhagavad Gita as distinguished from
the integral Yoga of Sri Aurobindo. Pp. 69-70.
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2. A paper published in the Book “Buddhism and peace” Pub. by Andhra University in the
Honour of Dalialama, titled as Mahabharata Conception of Peace, pp. 152-156.
3. A paper published in World Union Journal in March, 1996. Pondicherry, India,
Vol. XXXVIII, No.1 entitled as Spiritual Perfection: The Key to world peace,
Pp. 10-12.
4. A paper titled Peace in Confucius Tradition published in the Souvenir by Santi Ashram
Sankavaram A.P. India in 1995 January.
5. Article published in Deccan-Chronicle on 15th
August, 1990 entitled Aurobindo Symbol
of peace and Integrity”.
6. Article published in “Research Notes”, a Monthly Bulletin from Research Forum, Andhra
University, Vol. 2 No.9, 1996, pp. 4-5 titled Consciousness : An Appraisal of Sri
Aurobindo.
7. A paper entitled Sri Aurobindo: A National Integralist and Philosopher in Research
Notes, Andhra University, 26, 1997, pp. 1-2.
8. A paper published entitled “What is to be done for an effective teaching? A
Philosophical perspective”, in Educational Space Vol.-1, Issue-1, April 2002. pp. 16-17.
9. A paper published entitled: “An approach to Teaching Philosophy”, in Book Teaching
Philosophy in the 21st Century, Pub. By A.U .Philosophical series No-4, pp. 139-144.
10. A paper published “Peace through social and spiritual equality, Swami Bala Siva
Yogendra Maharaj” in the Book “Saints & Guru” perspectives on spiritual and Social
reconstruction ed, Pub. D.K. Print World (P) Ltd. New Delhi. PP. 71-76.
11. A paper published entitled: “Changing the laws: A platonic perspective” in the
souvenir Indian Association of Lawyers 20 & 21st April 2005 at Andhra University,
Visakhapatnam.
12. A Paper published in the proceeding volume on “Historical aspects in Telugu Literature
by Telugu Dept. A.U. during 30, 31 July 2001, titled “New Ways to Human Evolution:
A Philosophical Analysis on Gurajada” Kanyasulkam”.
13. A Paper published in a book title “Relevance of Philosophy in 21st Century”. The title of
the paper is “The relevance of Sri Aurobindo’s Yoga” Associated Publishers Ambala,
2006.
14. A paper published in a proceeding volume titled “Multi Dimensions of literacy
development” entitled “The role of a teacher in community development: A
pragmatic viewpoint” Associated Publishers Ambala, 2007.
15. A paper published in a volume titled “Some reflections on Gandhi” by New Gandhian
studies, Andhra University 2008, Titled “Religion for practical affairs: M.K.Gandhi.”
16. An Invited Lecture given in Research Forum published in RFMB, Vol.13, 2008 titled
“Gandhi and Religion”.
17. A paper published in the Journal -Gandhi Prasang, titled “Religion for Practical affairs:
A Gandhian Approach” in Vol.X No. 2 of January 30th
, 2008, Allahabad.PP.63-68.
18. A paper published titled “Introductory” in the Morality and Social Policy A
Philosophical Analysis (ed) K.R.Rajani, Associated Publishers, Ambala, 2009 pp-1-10.
19. A paper published in Satya Nilayam (Chennai Journal of Intercultural Philosophy) titled
“Three Women in Brihadaranyaka Upanishad”.Vol -16 August 2009.
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20. A digital paper published in the website www.evafil.com of World Philosophical
Forum, an Unesco affiliated organization titled “Gandhian Ethics for Human
Conservation” June 2010.
21. A paper published in the proceedings book titled “Empowerment of Weaker Sections:
Future Planning and strategies for rural development in Andhra Pradesh”. The paper of
title “Empowerment of Villagers: Gandhian Strategies and Approaches” Nov, 2011.
22. A paper published in International Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Research
(IJMER) titled “Sri Aurobindo’s Synthesis of Hind-Christian Fundamental Notions”
in Vol-1, Issue – 1, April 2012, PP-1-4 (SSN-2277-788)
Annexure - II
PRESENTATION OF PAPERS – 55
INTERNATIONAL SEMINARS
1. Presented a paper “Peace in Confucius Tradition” in Swamy Omkar Centenary
Celebrations on 9th
January, 1995 at Sri Shanti Ashram, Sankavaram, A.P. and presided
over the Seminar.
2. Presented a paper in Indian Philosophical Congress cum World Philosophical meet in
1996 Nov. At Pune entitled as “The Necessity of Discourse in Education and Life
According to Plato”.
3. A paper presented in the Fifteenth International Congress on Vedanta held during 3-6,
2005 by the Department of Philosophy, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, A.P. titled
“The role of a teacher: An Upanishadic View point”.
4. Paper presented in the “Interim World Philosophy Congress” held during 15-20
December 2006 at Delhi University, New Delhi titled “Can we build corruption Free
Society”.
5. A paper presented in the international Conference on Health psychology and counseling
:Issues, Opportunities and Challenges, held during 13th
to 15th
Nov 2007 by the Dept of
Psychology, Andhra University, Visakhaptnam, Andhra Pradesh. Titled “Religion for
quality of life; A Gandhian approach”
6. A paper presented in the International Conference on XXII World Congress of
Philosophy, ,held during July30- August 5, 2008 by the Seoul National University, Seoul
Korea. Titled “Religion for Practical Affairs: A Gandhian Approach”.
7. A paper presented in the International Conference on
First Asian Philosophy Congress, held during March 6th
– 9th
, 2010 by the JNU, New
Delhi . Titled “Women the finest creation of God: A dialogue with reference to Holy
Bible”
NATIONAL SEMINARS
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1. Presented a paper on “Interpretation of Indian Culture: Sri Aurobindo” at All India
Summer Institute in Indian Philosophy at Andhra University, sponsored by U.G.C. from
21-1-1988 to 19-2-1988.
2. Presented a paper on the “Ideal of World Unity in Dr. Radhakrishnan’s Philosophy”
at Centenary Celebrations Seminar on Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan at Andhra
University, Waltair 5-7th
September 1998.
3. Presented a paper on “Science Consciousness in Ancient Indian Culture” at the 1st
Seminar by Academic Community of Andhra University on
22-04-1992 at Andhra University.
4. Presented a paper titled “Sri Aurobindo’s Ideal of Human Unity – Its Coherence with
Modern Science” In National Seminar on “Sri Aurobindo Philosophy, Religion, Culture,
Education and Science”, 2-4th
September, 1992, held in Andhra University.
5. Presented Paper on “Doctrinal Principles of Confucius Philosophy” in Indian
Philosophical Congress (IPC), 69th
Session, on 24-12-1994, Utkal University,
Bhubaneswar, Orissa.
6. “The Function of Education According to Jiddu Krishna Murthy : A Philosophical
Perspective”, paper presented in Jiddu Krishna Murthy Birthday Centenary year
conference, Dept of psychology , Andhra University, Visakhapatnam during 25th
and 26th
February 1995.
7. Presented a paper entitled : “Peace through Social and spiritual Equality” Swami
Bala Siva Yogendra Maharaj in U.G.C. – SAP National Seminar on Interpretations of
Vedanta : Living Saints, Segas and Gurus, by the Department of Philosophy and
Religious Studies, Andhra University during 24-25th
August, 1996.
8. A paper presented in a National Seminar Organized by Psychology & Parapsychology
Department, A.U. in October, 1996 entitled “Consciousness : An Appraisal of Sri
Aurobindo”.
9. Paper presented in National Seminar on Teaching Philosophy in India : A vision for 21st
Century Education in Department of Philosophy, Andhra University, in March 1998,
entitled “An Approach to Teaching Philosophy”.
10. A paper presented in the National Seminar on Human Rights Organized by Department
of Sociology & Academic Staff College, A.U. in December 1999, entitled as “Is Indian
Constitution really Secular? A Philosophical Perspective”.
11. A paper presented in the National Seminar on “Women in Sanskrit Literature” organized
by Dept. of Sanskrit A.U. Sponsored by U.G.C. on 22-02-2000 entitled as “Where
Women Stand in Literature : A Philosophical Perspective in Brihadaranyaka
Upanishad”.
12. A paper presented in the National Seminar on “Religion and National Integration” (8 to
10 February, 2001) by Dept. of Philosophy A.U. Visakhapatnam entitled as “Religion
can be the necessary Guide to Mankind: An Analysis”.
13. “Women Empowerment Through Teaching A Philosophical Analysis” A paper
presented in the Seminar on Education for Empowerment of Women 20-21 July 2001,
held at Asian Institute of Theology, Bangalore, INDIA.
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14. New Ways to Human Evolution: A Philosophical Analysis on Gurajada
“Kanyasulkam” Paper presented in the U.G.C. Seminar on Historical aspects in Telugu
Literature, By Telugu Dept. of A.U. During 30, 31 July 2001.
15. “What is to be done for an effective teaching? A Philosophical perspective” Paper
presented in 21st Century August 28
th & 29
th 2001 by Dept. of Education A.U.,
Visakhapatnam.
16. A paper presented in the Seminar on “Religion & Politics entitled “Religion &
Politics” A Perspective” by Centre for religious studies & Dept. of Philosophy, A.U.
During March 20-22.
17. A paper presented in the 6th
A.P. State Conference of Indian Association of Lawyer
(IAC) during inaugural session on 20th
April 2002 entitled “Changing the Laws: A
Platonic Perspective”.
18. A paper entitled “Integral Education, the need of the Hour” Presented in 15th
Annual
conference, All India Association for Education Research (AIAER) during 31st May 2
nd
June 2002, By Dept. of Education, A.U.
19. A Paper presented in the Seminar “Vedanta in Andhra Pradesh” during 19 & 20
th of
December 2002 by the Dept. of Philosophy, Andhra University, entitled “ Satchidanada
Murthy : A Neo-vedantist”.
20. A paper entitled “Gurajada : A New Philosophical Perspective” presented in a seminar
on ‘Contribution of the Telugu Language and Literature to Philosophy, Science,
Technology, Culture, and Religion (from C. 1000 down to 2000 A.D.) Sept. 1-3, 2003, by
Dept. of Philosophy & Telugu, Andhra University.
21. A paper entitled “Integral Yoga : Sri Aurobindo” presented in the National Seminar on
Self & Personality in Yoga & Indian Psychology : 9-10 Dec. 2003, Visakhapatnam by
Center for Study of Science & Religion and institute for Human Science & Service.
22. A paper presented in the seminar by A.P.T.F. from 29 – 31st August 2004 by Andhra
Pradesh Teachers Federation, Visakhapatnam, titled “The foundation of Philosophy at
all levels of education”.
23. A paper presented in National Conference on Women, Science & Spirituality titled
“Peace through spirituality & service : Mother Teresa” held during 27-28 Nov. 2004
by Institute of Human Science & Service, Visakhapatnam at GITAM Institute for Foreign
Trade, Gitam College.
24. A Paper presented in the Seminar titled “The role of University Departments in the
Community Development”, organized by the department of Adult and continuing
education department on 8th
September 2005, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
25. A symposia paper presented in Indian Philosophical Congress held at Darjeeling October
24th
and 25, 2005 titled “Gender Equality and Political Participation”.
26. A paper presented in the National Seminar: A Philosophical Approach to Applied Ethics
titled “Some Methods to achieve Gender Equality” Dept. of Philosophy, Andhra
University, Sponsored by ICPR, New Delhi during 23-25th
February 2006.
27. A paper presented in the National Seminar on Culture, Literature and Social identities –
held at University of Madras, Chennai sponsored by Indian Institute of Advanced study,
Shimla – during 6-8th
March, 2006 titled “Gender Equality : A dialogue”.
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28. A paper presented titled “The Impact of Christianity on Sri Aurobindo’s Philosophy”
In the National Seminar at Dravidian University, Kuppam during 7th
-8th
November 2006.
29. Paper presented in the ICPR National Seminar on Teaching and Applying Philosophy:
Contemporary Challenges” at New Delhi on 17th
December, 2006. Title “The need to
include Philosophy in the Curriculum at all levels of Education”.
30. Paper presented in the National Seminar on Critical Trends of Philosophy in Andhra
Pradesh: Tradition and Modernity” held at Dept. of Philosophy, Andhra University
during January 18-20 2007 titled “Gurajada’s Philosophical Approach.”
31. Paper presented in ICPR the National Seminar on “Demography and gender
Discrimination” organized by Centre for Women Empowerment & Andhra University
during 21-23 February 2007 titled “Gender Discrimination and Political
Participation”.
32. A paper presented in the National Seminar on “Vaggeyakarulalo Vedantam” held in
Dept of Philosophy during Feb 26 to 28, 2007. titled “Gurajada Kanyasulkam pie
Tattwika vishleshana”
33. A Paper presented in U.G.C/National Seminar on “Philosophy and Public Issues: Themes
and Thinkers of Andhra Pradesh”, Held in the Dept of Philosophy and Religious studies,
during March 28 to 30,2007.Titled, “Murty’s Critique of Indian Philosophy”
34. A Paper presented in ICPR the National Seminar on “Jawaharlal Nehru’sPhilosophy,
Policies and Performance, reflections, Retrospect and prospect”, held in Acharya
Nagarjuna university Guntur, A.P, India, during 3-5 April 2007,Titled “Nehru’s
Critique of Indian philosophy”.
35. A paper presented in 82nd session of IPC held at S.V. University Tirupati during 26th
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29th
October 2007. Titled “The Notion of super mind in Sri Aurobindo’s
philosophy.”
36. A paper presented in National seminar held at New Gandhian Studies center, Andhra
University, Visakhaptnam, during 8th
to 9th
Dec 2007 titled “Social service is the
ultimate end of religious action”.
37. A paper presented in ICPR National seminar on Indian Psychology: Theories and Model
held at Swami Vivekananda Yoga Aunusandhana Samsthana, Bangalore, during 26th
to
28th
Dec 2007, titled “Yoga: a perspective of Gita and Sri Aurobindo”.
38. A poster presentation in 95th
Indian Science congress, held at Andhra University,
Visakhaptnam, A.P, during 3rd
to 7th
Jan 2008 titled “Science consciousness in ancient
India: A philosophical stand point”.
39. A paper presented in National seminar on Empowerment of Weaker Sections: Future
Planning and strategies for rural development in Andhra Pradesh, held at Dept of
Sociology, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, during 28th
to 29th
March 2008, titled
“Empowerment of Villagers: Gandhian Strategies and Approaches”.
40. A paper presented in the National seminar on “Hegemony, Resistance, Social Democracy
and Gandhi” held at Center for Gandhian Studies, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam,
A.P during 30th and 31st march 2009, titled “ Civil Disobedience: A Gandhian
Justification”.
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41. A paper titled: “Sri Aurbindo’s Synthesis of Hindu-Christian Fundamental Notions”
presented in the national seminar on Philosophical perspectives on religious
fundamentalism held at Dept. Philosophy Andhra University during 7th
and 8th
of August
2009.
42. A paper titled: “The Definition and Concept of Religious Fundamentalism” presented
in the national seminar on Religious Fundamentalism and Social Order held at Center for
Religious Studies, Dept. of Philosophy Andhra University during 26th
and 27th
of Feb
2010.
43. A paper titled: “Current Scenes of Conflict in Andhra Pradesh: Gandhian way of
resolution” presented in the national seminar on Current scenes of conflict Gandhian
perspectives for resolution held at GITAM University during 19th
- 21st of March 2010.
44. A paper titled: “Women, The Finest Creation of God: A Dialogue with Reference to
the Holy Bible and Manu Dharma Sastra” presented in the national seminar on The
Status of Women in Manu Smruthi: A Philosophical and held at Dept. of Sanskrit,
Andhra University during 26th
and 27th
of March 2010.
45. A paper titled: “Prof. K. R. Rao’s Perspective on Mind and Consciousness” presented
in the National Seminar on Mind and Consciousness: Some Contemporary
Perspectives held during 5 – 7 June, 2010 at Andhra University.
46. A paper titled: “Women in Brihadaranyaka Upanishad” presented in the National
Seminar on Women Empowerment Through Self Help Groups in India on 31st Aug,
2010 organized by Dept. of Economics, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
47. A paper titled: “Women Empowerment: A Philosophical Perspective” presented in the
National Seminar on Inclusive Growth and Social Tensions during
6th
– 7th
October, 2010 organized by Dept. of Economics, Andhra University,
Visakhapatnam.
48. A paper titled: “Spiritual Religion of Gandhi” presented in the ICPR - National
Seminar on Spiritual aspects of Mahatma Gandhi’s Philosophy and Practices during
30th
Sept – 2nd
Oct, 2011 organized by Centre for Gandhian Studies, GITAM University,
Visakhapatnam.