CERTIFICATE COURSE IN

PHILOSOPHY OF COMMUNAL HARMONY AND SOCIAL PEACE

Dr Kamini Gogri

Coordinator

Department of Philosophy

University of Mumbai

Peace in individual minds and peace in society are indispensable factors for social development and progress. The last century has seen more bloodshed and destruction of life and property due to communal disharmony, sectarian strife, political terrorism, religious fundamentalism, etc. The diversity in Indian culture and the people’s socio-economic conditions make Indian Society a convenient backyard for communal riots and sectarian strife. Such events can be traced to the time of British rule as well as during the post-independence era. In modern times regional strife has had its ramification in the form of cross-national and cross-continental terrorism in different parts of the world.

Indian society is very rich in its ethnic, religious, social and cultural order in terms of the fabric it encompasses and the diversity it displays. In times of national calamities and external aggression it has shown its power of resilience to come together as one monolith to destroy the enemy and overcome its tragedies. The sense of unity and oneness of Indian mind has been visible when needed. This  course aims to take a look at the nature of Indian Society, the philosophical/ ideological principles behind its social structures, the factors that have caused or contributed to communal riots and social violence, its impact on individual and social consciousness, trade, industry, workers, personal and social life, the observations and suggestions of some of the commissions of inquiry, the legal provisions and governmental schemes. The course aims to explore a philosophical and functional framework to prevent communal riots and social strife. The innovative schemes and programmes implemented to prevent communal riots in communally hyper-sensitive areas have shown excellent results in yielding communal harmony. A rational philosophical perceptive into the issue could help in  eradicating communal flare-ups and promote national integration.

Eligibility : HSC,   Fees 3400/-   Contact  Dr Kamini Gigri 9819179589, 9619379589