Samskruti Adhyayana Kendram

1. Introduction Environmental pollution ( EP ) is one of the important global concerns because sustenance of a happy and safe world in future depends on the degree of and the rate at which the EP occurs. The faster the degradation occurs, the more and drastic the erosion of human evolution. If EP proceeds at a slower rate, we can continue to live for some more time. But, it is also true that, though the developments in science and technologies brought some euphoria, t

1. INTRODUCTION The concept of consumer and consumer protection is not new to India. In fact, interest of consumers and public in general were safeguarded by the rulers and kings right from ancient times. The practices followed are reported to date back to 3000 BC, when the modern countries were not born and their names were not heard off. Such ancient practices are of great importance and need to be emphasized in the modern context also. Keeping the social fabric an

Reviving the Wisdom of Bharat for Modern Governance In an era where governance is increasingly driven by data, efficiency, and global models, there is a growing realization that effective policymaking must also be rooted in cultural wisdom. Recognizing this, Samskruti Foundation, established in 2009 with the mission “To preserve, protect and encourage the practice of Bharatiya Culture and Ethos through research, education, training, and dialogue”, launched an important initia

A National Conference by Samskruti Foundation and Sree Shivaji Sphoorthi Kendra, Srisailam India’s governance philosophy has always been deeply rooted in its cultural and civilizational ethos. In this spirit, Samskruti Foundation  and Sree Shivaji Sphoorthi Kendra, Srisailam , jointly organized the National Conference on “Chhatrapati Shivaji’s Statecraft, Lessons for Modern India.” The event brought together distinguished academicians, administrators, and scholars to rediscov

The Kumbh Mela is a unique and deeply significant event in Hindu culture, rooted in the reverence and affinity towards water. This tradition highlights the Hindu practice of taking ritual baths in sacred rivers and lakes during festivals, believing these acts purify the soul and cleanse sins. Consequently, most Hindu holy places are associated with rivers and water bodies, reflecting this deep connection. The Kumbh Mela is celebrated at four specific locations, each tied to c

The Kumbh Mela , the world’s largest spiritual gathering, is not just a celebration of faith, it is also a reflection of India’s deep-rooted reverence for nature. Held at the confluence of sacred rivers, this ancient festival embodies the harmony between human spirituality and the environment, reminding us that the wellbeing of life itself depends on the preservation of natural resources. At its core, the Kumbh Mela represents the sacred relationship between humans and water,

The National Conference on “Chhatrapati Shivaji’s Statecraft and the Lessons for Modern India” held at Srisailam became a powerful convergence of ideas, scholarship, and patriotism. Organized in collaboration with the Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR), Sree Shivaji Sphoorti Kendram, and the Mythic Society, Bengaluru, the conference brought together eminent historians, thinkers, and academicians from across India to rediscover the administrative genius of Chhatrapa

Presented by Dr. Amaranadha Reddy Manchuri, Ph.D. at XIX International Conference on Public Policy & Management hosted by the Centre for Public Policy at IIM Bangalore was held on August 27 - 29, 2024. In this work, we present the need for cultural dimensions as a core component of the public policy process. Culture and the relevance of cultural dimensions in public policy are briefly discussed. A case of ‘water resource management’ is presented to set out cultural considerat