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@article{194657,
        author = {Asst.Prof. Shweta Tiwari},
        title = {INDIAN KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS IN HIGHER EDUCATION: BRIDGING TRADITION TO CONTEMPORARY ACADEMIC FRAMEWORKS},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {10},
        pages = {5373-5377},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=194657},
        abstract = {Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) embody a rich intellectual tradition that includes philosophy, science, medicine, mathematics, the arts, and government. Despite their substantial contributions to world knowledge, these systems have been marginalized due to the dominance of Western educational paradigms. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 states that IKS must be reintegrated into higher education in order to foster transdisciplinary learning, critical thinking, and cultural preservation. This essay examines the historical significance of IKS, its relevance now, and the challenges facing its seamless integration into modern academia. Through a careful analysis of policy frameworks, case studies, and pedagogical innovations, this study suggests a harmonized approach that integrates indigenous knowledge with contemporary education. Effective IKS integration can enhance creativity, sustainability, and holistic development while fostering an inclusive academic community that respects tradition and modernity.},
        keywords = {Indian Knowledge Systems, Higher Education, Indigenous Knowledge, Curriculum Reform, Multidisciplinary Education},
        month = {March},
        }