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The Integration of Bharatiya Jnana Parampara (IKS) into Modern Education Through the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 towards Holistic views in Spiritual Learning

Somnath Das
Assistant Professor, Department of Education, CDOE, The University of Burdwan, 713104, West
Bengal, India
E-mail: sdas.edu@cdoe.buruniv.ac.in
Orcid id: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0237-7288

Prakash Ray
Assistant professor, Department of Geography, Shyamsundar college, West Bengal, India
E-mail: prakashray2014@gmail.com

Saeed Anowar
Junior Research Fellow, Department of Education, Aliah University, Park Circus Campus, Kolkata700014, West Bengal, India
E-mail: saeed.edu.rs@aliah.ac.in
Orcid id: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-9359-640X

Published online: 13th February, 2025

DOI: https://doi.org/10.52756/rpktbc.2025.e01.009

Keywords: Bharatiya Jnana Parampara, Virtual Reality (VR), Critical thoughts, Learning quality, Spiritual development, Augmented Reality (AR), Yoga Sutra (YS)

Abstract:

The integration of Bharatiya Jnana Parampara (Indian Knowledge Systems or IKS) into modern education through the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 aims to align education with India’s cultural and philosophical heritage. However, challenges persist in blending IKS with modern technology. A key problem lies in how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can support, rather than diminish, the holistic, consciousness-based learning inherent in IKS. This study aims to explore AI’s role in enhancing spiritual practices rooted in IKS, such as Ayurveda, meditation, and Vedantic studies, by analyzing how AI can preserve, enhance, and personalize these traditions. Methodologically, a qualitative approach is adopted, involving literature reviews, interviews, and focus groups with experts in education, AI, and spirituality, alongside surveys from students and educators. Results indicate AI’s potential to preserve ancient texts, enhance holistic learning, and foster personalized spiritual growth. However, the experiential nature of spiritual learning presents limitations, as AI cannot fully replicate subjective consciousness experiences. The discussion highlights AI’s complementary role, enhancing the accessibility of IKS through personalized learning paths, simulation tools, and interdisciplinary research. In conclusion, AI offers transformative possibilities in modernizing and preserving IKS, bridging tradition and technology, while ensuring that AI serves as an augmentation tool rather than a replacement for the deeply experiential nature of spiritual learning.

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Somnath Das, Prakash Ray and Saeed Anowar (2025). The Integration of Bharatiya Jnana Parampara (IKS) into Modern Education Through the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 towards Holistic views in Spiritual Learning. © International Academic Publishing House (IAPH), Dr. Rajiba lochan Mahapatra, Dr. Arpan Das and Dr. Somnath Das (eds.), Revisiting the past knowledge tradition of Bharat: A critique (Volume-1), pp. 84-92. ISBN: 978-81-978955-6-2
doi: https://doi.org/10.52756/rpktbc.2025.e01.009a

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