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The Life and Times of Baba Ramdev

By: Ashok Raj

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The Life and Times of Baba Ramdev

By: Ashok Raj

The continuing saga of a contemporary mass leader who sought out a vision and a method to amalgamate yoga and health care into the mainstream consciousness Baba Ramdev’s emergence as the new ideologue of a national and global spiritual resurgence is considered by many as a curious phenomenon. This work is a study on the making of the Ramdev spectacle with all its inescapable assertiveness, mass enthusiasm and, of course, controversies. It seeks to locate his philosophy in today’s socio-cultural milieu, while tracing its origins in Indian spiritual history, and the past landmark reformist movements that have been initiated in the country by earlier path-breakers including Sri Aurobindo, Swami Dayananda, Paramhansa Yogananda, Swami Sahajanand Saraswati, Bhagwan Nityananda, J. N. Krishnamurty and Sri Ramana Rishi. Indeed, Ramdev represents a renewed continuity to the great revival of the ancient Indian spiritual traditions and yoga that took place in the twentieth century and received recognition worldwide. With his own version of holistic yoga as a ploy for instituting the universal right to health, Baba Ramdev has proposed two distinct ideological alternatives to the current established order of the world – pranayama and the yogic way of life as the key to health restoration and well-being; and manifestation of an enabling spiritual environment for personal and social transformation. Ramdev’s arrival once again underlines the continuing significance of Oriental spiritualism the world over as it offers perhaps the most promising insights for the creation of a ‘new spiritually-awakened man’ – a man at ease with himself and with the world around him.

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Hay House, Inc

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9381398097

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Alexander and Chandragupta the Great

An Original Historical Play About India in 327 Bce

By: Ashok Sinha

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Alexander and Chandragupta the Great

An Original Historical Play About India in 327 Bce

By: Ashok Sinha

This historical play on Chandragupta, who ushered a new Golden Period in the history of India in the modern era (after a sequence of glorious eras including those of Rama in the Treta-Yuga (cosmic era) and Krishna (Dwapar-Yuga), millennia ago, who are now venerated as Avatars (Incarnations of God) by virtue of their exemplary characters and deeds.) It draws from information contained in history books, a play in Hindi by the famed poet and playwright, Jaya Shankar Prasad, the recent television series called Chanakya, and other available sources; and is written in a fashion to facilitate stage-production by youngsters and adults, particularly those of Indian descent in the USA, Europe, and other parts of the world.

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Xlibris Corporation

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1462879136

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Child Man

The Selfless Narcissist

By: Ashok Malhotra

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Child Man

The Selfless Narcissist

By: Ashok Malhotra

There is a part of us which neither listens to the voice of reason nor submit easily to social/moral conventions. Like a child, it relentlessly pursues whatever catches its fancy and keeps playing with fire. It can either help us actualize our heroic potential or put us on the road to self-destruction. Perhaps the key to this difference lies in what we do with our emotional/psychic wounds which are a necessary part of the growth process. The book explores the inner landscape of this part of our psyche through the mythological figures of Balarama, Duryodhana and Bhima. It also examines the present day context of human existence which has ironically enhanced both our prowess and helplessness and thereby pushed this part of ourselves into our psychic/social underbelly.

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Routledge

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1317810163

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India in Search of Glory

Political Calculus and Economy

By: Ashok Lahiri

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India in Search of Glory

Political Calculus and Economy

By: Ashok Lahiri

India and the Indians have made some progress in 75 years after Independence. The number of literates has gone up. The Indians have become healthier and their life expectancy at birth has gone up. The proportion of people below the poverty line has also halved. But the shine from the story fades when India is compared with that of the East Asian Tigers and China. It looks good but not good enough. India looks far away from the glory it seeks. This issue forms the core subject matter of this book. It tries to argue why India could not achieve more and what all it could have achieved. It paints a picture of its possible future and highlights the areas that need immediate attention.

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Penguin Random House India Private Limited

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9354928374

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TRAINING NEED OF PAPAYA GROWERS

By: Mr. RAJU KUMAR,Dr. M. N. ANSARI,Dr. ASHOK K. SINGH

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TRAINING NEED OF PAPAYA GROWERS

By: Mr. RAJU KUMAR,Dr. M. N. ANSARI,Dr. ASHOK K. SINGH

Agriculture is the backbone of Indian economy, which dictates the livelihood system of millions of people in general and farmer in particular. Agrarian structure has transformed owing to the production process, but the agricultural sector is presently at cross roads, with the advent of new forces in policy and trade sector. India has achieved self-sufficiency in food grain production but not in fruit production.

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Lulu.com

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0359303706

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The Quantum Monk

A Transformative Journey Exploring the Intersection of Science, Buddhism, and Self-discovery

By: Ashok Raj

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The Quantum Monk

A Transformative Journey Exploring the Intersection of Science, Buddhism, and Self-discovery

By: Ashok Raj

The Quantum Monk chronicles the remarkable journey of Dr Richard Austin, a distinguished nanoscientist, on a quest to discover the ultimate cure sought by humanity: the immortality of the body. While spearheading research in this field, Austin develops an acute fear of death. Unable to overcome this fear, he immerses himself deeply in his work and seeks alternative solutions. Amid his struggles, he encounters Buddhism and learns that even Prince Siddhartha, who became Lord Buddha, also grappled with and conquered the fear of death, ultimately attaining nirvana. Intrigued by this ideology, he embarks on a transformative expedition to India to explore the potential for immortality. As he delves into Buddha’s spiritual odyssey, experiencing it vividly, he undergoes a profound spiritual awakening. Presenting the story of Buddha and his timeless teachings in a novel way, this book provides a unique perspective on life and existence, inviting us to pursue our own path of self-discovery. All in all, this captivating narrative offers readers a compelling exploration of humanity’s eternal search for meaning and fulfilment.

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Hay House, Inc

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8197222819

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9788197222818

The Complete MRCPsych

A comprehensive guide to the examination

By: Ashok Patel

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The Complete MRCPsych

A comprehensive guide to the examination

By: Ashok Patel

Studying for the MRCPsych exams can seem a daunting prospect, especially when faced with the vast amounts of literature available to help, but this book offers a complete solution in the form of a thoroughly comprehensive guide to the Part I Exam. Completely up to date and taking in the recent changes to the exam, the book reflects the exam format and content extremely accurately. Written by an experienced examiner with contributions from trainees, the book combines these elements to ensure that it is the perfect revision companion for any psychiatrist preparing for the MRCPsych Part I.

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CRC Press

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1444121340

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TEXTBOOK OF MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY II (BP501T) (Theory)

By: Dr. Gurinderdeep Singh, Mr. S. G. Raman , Professor Srinivasa Rao Atla , Dr. Ashish Ashok Gawai , Dr. K. Vijay Kishore

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TEXTBOOK OF MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY II (BP501T) (Theory)

By: Dr. Gurinderdeep Singh, Mr. S. G. Raman , Professor Srinivasa Rao Atla , Dr. Ashish Ashok Gawai , Dr. K. Vijay Kishore

Introducing the book "Medicinal Chemistry - II" is something that fills me with an incredible amount of joy. The content of this book has been meticulously crafted to adhere to the curriculum for Bachelor of Pharmacy students that has been outlined by the Pharmacy Council of India. An effort has been made to investigate the topic using terminology that is as straightforward as possible in order to make it more simply digestible for pupils. The book has a number of illustrations, such as flowcharts and diagrams that make it simple for students to comprehend complex ideas. It is the author's honest desire that both students and academicians would take something helpful away from reading this book.

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Shashwat Publication

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9360874450

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9789360874452

PHILOSOPHIC ARCHES IN UPANISADS

By: Dr. Ashok Kumar Dutta

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PHILOSOPHIC ARCHES IN UPANISADS

By: Dr. Ashok Kumar Dutta

The idea of Brahman is too easy to understand when it is a clear picture of knowledge but not that one can understand easily. To know the existence of Brahman, it is not require to devote, vibrate, emotional, believe or faith but to know exactly what is Brahman to understand the word denotes. Is it philosophical? The question makes itself critical to elaborate the existence of that limitless Ultimate Reality which the philosophers sometimes confused to find the goal and solution of the problematic Universe concerned. The Ultimate Reality is one or many; it's an important point to be remembered at the time of discussion on this valuable topic of human genetic system and how human and other beings are created from what type of things in Universe. And the Universe is one or different Universes made to find what contexts for which purpose our Universe has created. If it is created, who was the creator? All these questions may be solve in this edition with justification.

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132988941X

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My God is an Atheist

3 Secrets to Master Life. The Original Gita.

By: Ashok Bhandari

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My God is an Atheist

3 Secrets to Master Life. The Original Gita.

By: Ashok Bhandari

“This will probably be the first book written with such factual research.” Shri Shankar Lal Maheshwari, Sahitya Bhushan, Famous Writer, India “You can easily master life by following 3 secrets revealed in this book.” Shri Pradeep Agal, Famous Software Architect, Chairman KPS Group “Your work is unbelievable. I admire your original thoughts.” Dr. Sandeep Nyati, Pioneer Technocrat & Master of Life, USA Are you ready to experience a new way of living life? A way that transcends the boundaries of atheism and theism, and embraces both science and faith in God? A way that questions and challenges you to explore your views and beliefs? This book delves into profound questions such as whether God can be an atheist, the existence of God, and the ability to question everything, including God. It also explores the coming about of the present version of the Bhagavad Gita and seeks to unravel the secrets of life and its mysteries. By reading this book, you will find answers to above thought-provoking questions and many more. Join in for an unforgettable journey that will inspire you to master life & live it more fully.

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The PrintWorks

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8194182573

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Advanced X-ray Techniques in Research and Industry

By: Ashok Kumar Singh

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Advanced X-ray Techniques in Research and Industry

By: Ashok Kumar Singh

Papers presented at the seminar held in Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory, Hyderabad India in 2003.

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IOS Press

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1586035371

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Meditations of Global First Philosophy

Quest for the Missing Grammar of Logos

By: Ashok K. Gangadean

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Meditations of Global First Philosophy

Quest for the Missing Grammar of Logos

By: Ashok K. Gangadean

In Meditations of Global First Philosophy, Ashok K. Gangadean builds on decades of research on the emergence of global reason to trace the roots of logos in different cultural milieux. Gangadean crosses into the uncharted frontier of global consciousness, global wisdom, and global first philosophy to illustrate that there is a primal force—a global logos—that is the generative source of our diverse worldviews, cultures, religions, philosophies, perspectives, and disciplinary orientations.

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State University of New York Press

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0791477533

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9780791477533

A Contextual Approach to Human Development

Integrating an Indian Perspective

By: Ashok K. Srivastava,Girishwar Misra

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A Contextual Approach to Human Development

Integrating an Indian Perspective

By: Ashok K. Srivastava,Girishwar Misra

This textbook offers a unique insight into the theoretical and applied aspects of human development in relation to the cultural traditions of non-Western countries. Presented in a modular form, this comprehensive and thematic approach to lifespan development will help students develop an understanding of human development in varied Indian social contexts. Covering all stages of development including the development of self and personality, social understanding, human strengths, sustainable development, lifelong learning, and many more, the book highlights current research in these areas as well as provides learning objectives, points for reflection, web links, and a glossary. This book is an essential reading for undergraduate students of psychology, human development, and allied fields, as well as for postgraduates with an interest in studying human development in a non-Western context.

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Taylor & Francis

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1040108121

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9781040108123

Buddhism in India

From the Sixth Century B.C. to the Third Century A.D.

By: Ashok Kumar Anand

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Buddhism in India

From the Sixth Century B.C. to the Third Century A.D.

By: Ashok Kumar Anand

An in-depth and exhaustive analysis of the early growth and development of Buddhism in India. The author throws light on Buddhist art, philosophy and mysticism. A preious gift to the Buddhist scholars, students, journalists and the general readership.

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Gyan Books

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8121205069

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9788121205061

Rise & Fall of Tibet: Challenges and Opportunities for India

By: Dr. Ashok Nigam

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Rise & Fall of Tibet: Challenges and Opportunities for India

By: Dr. Ashok Nigam

Tibet is a mountainous region in Asia that has been a source of conflict between China and India for centuries. The book "Rise & Fall of Tibet: Challenges and Opportunities for India" examines the history of Tibet, from its rise as a powerful Buddhist kingdom to its fall to Chinese rule in the 1950s. The book also explores the challenges and opportunities that Tibet's current status as a Chinese territory presents for India. The book begins by providing a brief overview of Tibet's geography, history, and culture. It then goes on to discuss the rise of Tibet as a powerful Buddhist kingdom in the 7th century. The book also examines the Mongol invasion of Tibet in the 13th century, which led to a period of decline for the Tibetan empire. The book then turns to the 20th century, when Tibet came under increasing Chinese influence. In 1950, the Chinese People's Liberation Army invaded Tibet, and the Tibetan government was forced into exile. The book discusses the challenges that Tibetans have faced under Chinese rule, including political repression, cultural assimilation, and environmental degradation. The book also explores the opportunities that Tibet's current status as a Chinese territory presents for India. Tibet is strategically located on the border between India and China, and it has important economic and environmental resources. The book discusses how India can use its relationship with Tibet to promote its own interests in the region. "Rise & Fall of Tibet: Challenges and Opportunities for India" is a comprehensive and well-researched book that provides a valuable overview of Tibet's history and its current status as a Chinese territory. The book is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the challenges and opportunities that Tibet presents for India.

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Libertatem Media Private Limited

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8195653332

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9788195653331

RESEARCH TRENDS IN BIORESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY

By: Ratikanta Maiti,Humberto Gonzalez Rodríguez,Biswajit Ghosh,Narayan Chandra Sarkar,Debashis Mandal,Rajpal Meena,Ashok K. Thakur,A V Ramanjaneyulu

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RESEARCH TRENDS IN BIORESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY

By: Ratikanta Maiti,Humberto Gonzalez Rodríguez,Biswajit Ghosh,Narayan Chandra Sarkar,Debashis Mandal,Rajpal Meena,Ashok K. Thakur,A V Ramanjaneyulu

Present world is witnessing drastic changes harshly impacting its bio-resources (plants, animals and organisms) that are considered as natural gift for our livelihood. Global warming, climate change, abiotic and biotic stresses are strangling and challenging the survivability of these resources. It is therefore crucial to manage these resources for making planet Earth more suitable to live. Moreover, there is an utter need to know how climate dynamic and biotic or abiotic factors are influencing on bio-resources and also to frame its sustainable management strategies. This book is the output of the research deliberations at 3rd International Conference on Bio-resource and Stress Management, India; and expert views on contemporary research and management issues in relation to bio-resources and its management. This timely needed uniquely written reference book consists of 29 well-crafted chapters on sustainable land, water and crop management, organic agriculture, climate change and crop productivity, stress management, bio-resource conservation, bio-fortification for nutritional security, agro-techniques, agro-forestry and forest resource management and waste management etc. which certainly will be of great use by the scientists, academician, researches, scholars, students, extension workers, corporate and NGO’s working in these aspects.

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American Academic Press

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163181981X

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9781631819810

Inclusive Development Through Guaranteed Employment

India’s MGNREGA Experiences

By: Ashok Pankaj

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Inclusive Development Through Guaranteed Employment

India’s MGNREGA Experiences

By: Ashok Pankaj

This book examines the inclusive development experiences and impacts of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS). It discusses the theoretical assumptions underlying the inclusive development of Employment Guarantee Scheme (EGS), and draws conclusions based on robust data and real-world experiences with the MGNREGS – which has attracted global attention as India’s most ambitious, rights-based development initiative and most expansive work-based social security measure, the world’s largest public works programme, and people-centric approach to development. The book argues that the Scheme holds vast potential, and, in fact, has made significant contribution to the promotion of livelihoods of the poorest of the poor, but that the weak institutions of local-self-governance, entrusted for implementation of the Scheme, are incapable of exploiting them to the full. It ends with a concrete policy suggestion: the inclusive development experiences gathered with the EGS and presented here could offer a source of policy change in many developing Afro-Asian countries whose situations are similar to India’s, provided the local conditions in the respective country are taken into consideration when designing the EGS. Its significance as a social security measure has increased in post-COVID loss of jobs and livelihoods of the poor.

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Springer Nature

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981157443X

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9789811574436

Swimming Upstream

Laxmanshastri Joshi and the Evolution of Modern India

By: Arundhati C. Khandkar,Ashok C. Khandkar

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Swimming Upstream

Laxmanshastri Joshi and the Evolution of Modern India

By: Arundhati C. Khandkar,Ashok C. Khandkar

A social and political activist and a free-thinker, Laxmanshastri Joshi, though a relatively lesser known figure in Indian history, played a significant role in the freedom struggle. Joshi was an ardent supporter of the satyagraha movement. He counselled Gandhi to overcome his conflicts against the upper classes in bringing the marginalized untouchables into the mainstream. His scholarship reflected his knowledge of Sanskrit and the Vedas as well as Marx’s philosophy of building a just society. Ambedkar, too, sought Joshi’s help in drafting the constitution of democratic India. Swimming Upstream is not merely a biography of Joshi but captures in a microcosm the transitional throes of South Asian society from tradition to modernity. This work traces the journey of Joshi from being an orthodox Vedic scholar to becoming a radical social reformer and an atheist. The authors also evaluate and locate Joshi’s critique of Marathi and Dalit literature. As a humanist, his innovative arguments transcended conventions instead of bowing to them. Appraising Joshi’s contribution towards the creation of a free and secular India, M.N. Roy, one of his contemporaries, described him as ‘one of the finest products of the Indian renaissance’.

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Oxford University Press

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0199098263

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9780199098262

Glimpses of the Scriptures of Major World Religions

By: Ashok K. Sinha

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Glimpses of the Scriptures of Major World Religions

By: Ashok K. Sinha

This book, A COLLECTION OF EXCERPTS FROM THE SCRIPTURES OF MAJOR WORLD RELIGIONS, consists of three major Parts. PART I (adopted from an earlier book by the author) pertains to major religions that originated in INDIA at different epochs of history; namely, HINDUISM, BUDDHISM, JAINISM, and SIKHISM. PART I I contains excerpts from the main scriptures of the three religions that originated in European and the Middle Eastern regions with their original roots in Prophet Abraham, namely, JUDAISM, CHRISTIANITY, And ISLAM. Thus, PART I contains excerpts from the Vedas and the Upanishads (Hinduism); the Dhammapad (Buddhism); the Agam (Jainism); and the Guru Granth Saheb (Sikhism.) A number of essays on the historical backgrounds, the leading figures and events, and their interrelations are also included for a deeper appreciation of the pertinent philosophies. PART II, similarly, contains excerpts from The Old Testament (Judaism) and The New Testament (Christianity) of the Bible, and the Koran (Islam), with a brief Introduction in each case. The main purpose of presenting this book is to illustrate the commonality of the Indian religions due to their common root Hinduism -- that came into being in India some 10-15 millennia ago, and was modified from time to time. These religions have coexisted peacefully and harmoniously for centuries and millennia, and have contributed much in the global spiritual development. In particular, Buddhism has been adopted in a significant portion of Asia (China, Japan, South-East Asia), and has been also attracting the intellectuals in the West in recent years. Interrelations among the other three religions are also evident due to their common root; though significant historical schisms and ideological differences among them are also well-known. As the world enters the Twentieth Century, it is imperative for world-peace that people across the globe try to understand one another better, in terms of the spiritual and religious beliefs, philosophies, mentalities, and traditional tendencies that shape their individual lives as well as their mutual interaction patterns. It is hoped that this book makes a small contribution in that direction.

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Xlibris Corporation

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1493159984

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9781493159987

SOCIO ECONOMIC UPLIFTMENT OF WOMEN THROUGH DAIRY ENTERPRISE

By: Dr. Shweta Choudhary,Dr. Ashok K. Singh

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SOCIO ECONOMIC UPLIFTMENT OF WOMEN THROUGH DAIRY ENTERPRISE

By: Dr. Shweta Choudhary,Dr. Ashok K. Singh

Indian agriculture is a symbiosis of crop and livestock production, a way of life, a tradition, which for centuries has shaped the thoughts, the outlook, the culture, and the socio-economic facet of rural life. Among agricultural scenario dairying is an important enterprise which supports the livelihoods of millions of people. It is considered as one of the subsidiary occupation of the rural people playing crucial role in the national economy in terms of generating the income and raising the employment (Mathur, 2001). In fact, agriculture is the backbone of our country in which livestock sector is an integral part of it.

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1387058401

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City Planning in India, 1947–2017

By: Ashok Kumar,Sanjeev Vidyarthi,Poonam Prakash

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City Planning in India, 1947–2017

By: Ashok Kumar,Sanjeev Vidyarthi,Poonam Prakash

This book is a comprehensive history of city planning in post-independence India. It explores how the nature and orientation of city planning have evolved in India’s changing sociopolitical context over the past hundred or so years. The book situates India’s experience within a historical framework in order to illustrate continuities and disjunctions between the pre- and post-independent Indian laws, policies, and programs for city planning and development. It focuses on the development, scope, and significance of professional planning work in the midst of rapid economic transition, migration, social disparity, and environmental degradation. The volume also highlights the need for inclusive planning processes that can provide clean air, water, and community spaces to large, diverse, and fast growing communities. Detailed and insightful, this volume will be of interest to researchers and students of public administration, civil engineering, architecture, geography, economics, and sociology. It will also be useful for policy makers and professionals working in the areas of town and country planning.

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Taylor & Francis

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100009121X

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9781000091212

Noam Chomsky's Discourse on Globalization and U.S.': Imperialism

By: Ashok Antony D'Souza

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Noam Chomsky's Discourse on Globalization and U.S.': Imperialism

By: Ashok Antony D'Souza

Noam Chomsky - a world renowned linguist, philosopher and outspoken critic of US foreign policy and the media - has consistently written and spoken about the dangers of the nexus between US imperialism and Neo-liberalism. This book explores if the experiences of 'social activists' in India corroborate major tenets of Chomsky's discourse on globalization and US imperialism. The work, although stems primarily from the area of professional social work, is interdisciplinary in nature and would be of interest to anyone interested in understanding the dynamics and politics of development in India.

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Niruta Publications

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8192342433

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9788192342436

Reason, Revelation and Peace

Evaluations of the Philosophy of K. Satchidananda Murty

By: Ashok Vohra

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Reason, Revelation and Peace

Evaluations of the Philosophy of K. Satchidananda Murty

By: Ashok Vohra

Professor k. Satchidananda Murty, one of modern India’s leading philosophers, passed away in his native village of Sangamjagarlamudi in Andhra Pradesh in 2011, after a stellar career during which he advanced knowledge rather than opinion. The Indian Philosophical community, and especially Ashok Vohra, is to be congratulated for producing a dynamic engagement with philosophy. I had known Murty for more than twenty years. I interacted with him several times. When I once asked him where he stood philosophically, he was candid enough to say that he ‘Oscillates between Sankar and Ramanuja’. The essays in this book amply demonstrate that he was a man of many parts but as the allusion to his mystical experiences in his book The Realm of Between reveals, he was also more than the sum of his parts; that while willing to transcend the limits of reason when required. Thus ‘revelation and reason’ characterize not just the title of one of his famous books but in a sense, his life, and this fact renders this collection uniquely relevant for our times. I therefore enthusiastically recommend this book not only to all those interested in the philosophy of Professor Murty, or in Indian Philosophy, or in philosophy in general but to all those interested in contemporary philosophy in the broadest sense.

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Motilal Banarsidass

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8120842758

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9788120842755

Challenges of Understanding History

Bestseller Book by Prof. Umesh Ashok Kadam: Challenges of Understanding History

By: Prof. Umesh Ashok Kadam

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Challenges of Understanding History

Bestseller Book by Prof. Umesh Ashok Kadam: Challenges of Understanding History

By: Prof. Umesh Ashok Kadam

The history of India, so far, has not focused on a civilizational Bharatiya perspective, emphasizing a geo-political history based on the Nation-state paradigm, rather than a geo-cultural practice based on India’s civilizational antiquity. Until recently, history had been viewed from various ideological lenses- Colonial, Nationalist, Marxist, Subaltern, soon and so forth. These schools have been immensely successful not only in tapping the immense range of sources and exploring the various regions and sub-regions across the subcontinent, but have also contributed towards bringing to light important perspectives concerning the political, economic, social and cultural developments in the history of India from the 8th to the 14th centuries. While tapping into these schools has its obvious advantages, in that they have focused on partial aspects of the grand march of the civilization’s history, a lot still needs to be done.

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Prabhat Prakashan

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9395386398

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The Path of 'YOG'

Cure Without Medicines

By: Ashok K. Sachdeva

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The Path of 'YOG'

Cure Without Medicines

By: Ashok K. Sachdeva

Apart from the spiritual goals, the physical postures of 'YOG' are used to alleviate health problems, reduce stress and make the spine supple. These days 'YOG' is used as a complete exercise program and physical therapy routine. Different diseases occurring in stomach, neck, spine and knees can be cured by Yogic methods including 'YOG AASANS' and 'PRANAYAMS'. Good health ought to be everybody's concern, not solely the medical profession's business. The 'YOG' postures ('AASAN') and exercise strengthen the muscles and nerves. It is necessary to strengthen the muscles and nerves in order to keep the body healthy. Light breathing exercises strengthen our respiratory system. These are called 'Pranayams': The Breath of Life. 'YOG' is fully capable of transforming the physical body. Cure without Medicines is the first book in the series The Path of 'Yog'.

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Universal-Publishers

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1627342516

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9781627342513

Hero Vol.2

By: Ashok Raj

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Hero Vol.2

By: Ashok Raj

This volume focuses on the life and times of the ‘star of the millennium’, Amitabh Bachchan, and goes on to describe his contemporaries such as Shashi Kapoor, Dharmendra and Vinod Khanna, and also the next generation of heroes, including the Khans, Govinda, Hrithik Roshan and others who have followed. Ashok Raj is a research coordinator based in New Delhi. An alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, he has served as a consultant to several national and international organizations and NGOs in various spheres such as science, culture and the media. His significant work is a sixteen-part series on cinema, which was published in Screen (in 1988).

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Hay House, Inc

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9381398038

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9789381398036

Goat Production and Supply Chain Management in the Tropics

By: Pramod Kumar Rout,Ashok Kumar,Basanta Kumara Behera

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Goat Production and Supply Chain Management in the Tropics

By: Pramod Kumar Rout,Ashok Kumar,Basanta Kumara Behera

This book is a practical manual for goat production systems covering: breeding and selection, feeding based on available crops and resources, and targeted preventative health care for increased productivity and income. It outlines best practice and strategies for setting up a farm, overcoming challenges, increasing milk and meat quality, obtaining sustainability, reducing environmental pollution, optimising climatic conditions and tapping into local know-how. In addition, the book details developing region-specific data for effective decision making and better management, as well as how to run a developmental project to empower stake holders for higher production, support innovation, and analyse the supply chain for better product quality and marketing.

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CABI

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1789240131

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Radhakrishnan

His Life and Ideas

By: K. Satchidananda Murty,Ashok Vohra

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Radhakrishnan

His Life and Ideas

By: K. Satchidananda Murty,Ashok Vohra

This book presents a critical and comprehensive biography of Radhakrishnan. The authors explain how Radhakrishnan, who had a British knighthood and an Oxford Professorship, and who did not participate in India's struggle for freedom, became important in the political life of Independent India. They show how this philosophy professor and vice chancellor often expressed radical views, developed rapport with national leaders, and became President of Indian under Nehru without losing the goodwill and regard of either the British intellectuals or the colonial government of India. It is the thought of Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan that is most often presented in the West as "Hinduism." Through an analysis of his autobiographical sketches, writings of those who knew him and worked with him, and documents, the authors come to grips with Radhakrishnan's complex personality which, in spite of his greatness and varied achievements, is all too human.

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State University of New York Press

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1438414013

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9781438414010

And the Thunder Said DA

Stories of Dharma in the Mythology, Philosophy, and Religion of India.

By: Ashok Kara

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And the Thunder Said DA

Stories of Dharma in the Mythology, Philosophy, and Religion of India.

By: Ashok Kara

Prajapati, the Creator, had three kinds of offspring: gods, men, and demons. They lived with Prajapati as brahmacharins (celibate students) practicing austerities. At the end of their term, the gods requested him saying: "Please instruct us, Sir." Prajapati uttered the syllable Da and he asked: "Have you understood?" The gods replied: "Yes. You have said to us, control yourselves (Damyata)." Prajapati responded: "Yes, you have understood." Then men spoke to him: "Please instruct us, Sir." Prajapati uttered the syllable Da and he asked: "Have you understood?" The men replied: "We have. You have said give (Datta)." Prajapati responded: "Yes, you have understood." Then the demons spoke to him: "Please instruct us, Sir." Prajapati uttered the syllable Da and he asked: "Have you understood?" The demons replied: "Yes. You have said to us, be compassionate (Dayadhvam)." Prajapati responded: "Yes, you have understood." That very thing is repeated by the celestial voice in the form the thunder that speaks to us: "Da, Da, Da" which means, "control yourselves," "give," "be merciful." In other words, writes Kara, the instruction to comprehending the ultimate mystery begins from an ethical injunction. He who is self-controlled, charitable, and merciful is given proximity to the gods. Ethics takes precedence over epistemology and ontology.

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0595489346

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