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INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR

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	Pre-Seminar: Jan 14, 2011
	Pre-Seminar: Sep 24, 2011
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SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION

GUJARAT VIDYAPITH: AHMEDABAD (http://www.gujaratvidyapith.org)

Gujarat Vidyapeeth is an institution providing life-building education based on Gandhian thoughts. It was established by Mahatma Gandhi on 18th October, 1920 during a movement against British rule. Till 1930, at Gujarat Vidyapith, the languages like Gujarati, Marathi, Bengali, Sanskrit, Persian and English were taught along with the courses in Indian Studies, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Economics and Music.
Considering the significant contribution of value-based educational experiences of Gujarat Vidyapith at national and international level, the Government of India awarded it with the status of ‘deemed to be University’ under the provisions of University Grants Commission Act, in the year 1963.

The basic objective of Gujarat Vidyapith is to prepare members of the society who come to possess character, self-reliance, capability, culture and commitment through educational programmes in the context of re-construction of our nation based on Gandhian ideals. Even in these changing times, sincere efforts have been made to maintain the strength of texture of Gujarat Vidyapith.

JAIN VISHVA BHARATI UNIVERSITY (http://jvbi.ac.in):

Jain Vishva Bharati University was established with the inspiration of late Gurudev Tulsi, a great seer, saint and scholar of the modern era. In 1991, Government of India notified JVBI as Deemed to be University under Section 3 of University Grants Commission Act, 1956.
The Jain Vishva Bharati University is an endeavor in the direction of putting into practice and thereby promote and propagate the high ideals of Anekant, Ahimsa, Tolerance and Peaceful Coexistence for the well being of mankind. The University has resolved to work as a center of Advanced Studies, Research & Training in Jainology in the context of comparative studies in Indology, World Religions, Ahimsa and World Peace. The institute places great importance upon character building. Meditation practices are mandatory. Students are also encouraged to maintain high order of discipline.

The objectives for which the University is established and functioning include research for advancement of and dissemination of knowledge and extension activities in the Oriental Learning— Prakrit Language and Literature, Pali, Sanskrit, Apabhramsha, Jainology, Philosophy, Religion, Comparative Studies in Philosophy and World Religions, Astrology, Mantravidya Avadhanvidya (Mnemonics), Yoga and Sadhana, Ayurveda, Naturopathy, Colour Therapy, Magnet Therapy, Epigraphy, Paleography, Jeevan Vigyan & Preksha Dhyan (Science of Living & Preksha meditation) and the fundamental principles of Shramana Culture and such other related and ancillary or supplementary subjects.

Jain Vishva Bharati Institute launched a Bachelor of Education programme recognized by NCTE. The programme is designed to suit candidates from all over India and it places specific emphasis on meditation as a tool to enhance learning skills and I.Q. This programme is also the first national teachers training programme to offer study in Education for Sustainable Development.

THE TEMPLE OF UNDERSTANDING-INDIA
(http://www.templeofunderstanding.org/wwa_International_Chapters.html)

The Temple of Understanding is one of the oldest international interfaith organizations founded by Juliet Hollister some 52 years ago at the Cathedral of St. John in New York. The India Chapter of the Temple of Understanding was established nearly 40 years ago at the initiative of Hon'ble Dr. Karan Singh. It works towards creating bridges between faiths and cultures in all parts of the world. Its aim of pluralism and recognition of the value of each identity has made it a globally important movement particularly relevant for addressing the manifold challenges of globalization that has unleashed a wave of homogenization of cultures and behavior patterns of the younger generations. Religious strife has been the cause of innumerable conflicts and wars. In the context of religions, how are the differences between them to be resolved, both in theory and in practice, continues to be a major challenge facing the religious leaders. It is they who have to contemplate, with hearts filled with the spirit of compassion and a desire for truth, the plight of humanity, and to ask themselves whether they cannot, in humility before their Almighty Creator, submerge their theological difference in a great spirit of mutual forbearance that will enable them to work together for the advance of human understanding and peace. This is the collective plea the members of the Temple of Understanding everywhere. Likewise, the organization strives to ensure that the ethnic uniqueness and the rights of the indigenous peoples are safeguarded.

NATIONAL SPIRITUAL ASSEMBLY OF THE BAHA’IS OF INDIA (http://www.bahai.in/)

There is no clergy in the Baha'i Faith; it functions on the basis of the sacred writings of its founder, Baha'u'llah, His authorized interpreters and the guidance provided by the supreme governing council known as the Universal House of Justice, based at the Baha'i World Centre in Haifa, Israel. The Baha'is of India are actively engaged in seeking the betterment of society through the pursuit of processes of individual and social transformation. They have continually striven to address the grave challenges facing present day society such as the prevalence of caste and class prejudice, gender inequality, communal disharmony, illiteracy, lack of education, violence, poverty, corruption and moral degradation. The Baha'is wish that societies not only excel in the acquisition of scientific knowledge but also become renowned for their moral character and for qualities such as love, justice, compassion, equality and rectitude of conduct.

Email: nsaindia@ibnc.in