$1,500.00
CPS7503 - (MA/DHS/ PHD) This course explores the enduring relevance of Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy in today’s turbulent world. Rooted in his religious tradition, Gandhi’s principles of Ahimsa (non-violence) and Satyagraha (love for truth) became powerful tools of political and social transformation. Students will examine core Gandhian ideas such as Swaraj, Ram Rajya, trusteeship, Swadeshi, frugality, and social harmony, along with their application to contemporary issues like climate change, inequality, conflict, and women’s empowerment. The course critically evaluates the gap between Gandhian principles and their practical implementation, encouraging students to apply a Gandhian lens to modern policy, peacebuilding, and civilizational dialogue. Students will assess the philosophical foundations of Gandhi’s thought, trace the influence of global sociopolitical movements on his strategies, and explore Gandhian solutions to inter- and intra-state conflicts and other pressing global challenges.
This course is part of the following programs:
Master of Arts in Hindu Studies (MA)
Doctor of Philosophy in Hindu studies
Admission into a Program of Study
As a result of taking this course, students will be able to
The course material will be provided by the instructor. The reading list given below is not exhaustive. The instructor may provide further readings and use audiovisuals to supplement the readings provided in the list.
There will be 3 contact hours with the faculty every week. The class is structured in a way that promotes discussion and debate based on self-study, research, and writing assignments each week. At the end of the course, students will be required to submit a short essay.
$1,500.00
On the program page, there are multiple payment plan options to choose from.
