Bharatiya Knowledge System · BKS-2027

Malwanchal University · Indore

BKS-2027 Call for Papers — Share your research, contribute to knowledge, shape the future
National Conference · BKS-2027

Call for Papers

Bhartiya Knowledge System: Traditional Wisdom and Modern Challenges for Viksit Bharat

The Conference Secretariat cordially invites original research papers for the National Conference on “Bhartiya Knowledge System: Traditional Wisdom and Modern Challenges for Viksit Bharat.”

The conference brings together scholars, researchers, academicians, library and information professionals, practitioners, policymakers and students to explore the richness of India’s intellectual heritage and its relevance to emerging social, educational, technological, environmental and developmental challenges.

It provides an interdisciplinary platform to examine the principles, practices and contemporary applications of the Bhartiya Knowledge System (BKS). The conference promotes scholarly discourse on integrating traditional Indian wisdom with modern scientific knowledge, digital technologies and innovative practices to advance sustainable development, ethical leadership, social harmony, educational transformation, healthcare, environmental conservation and nation-building in alignment with the vision of Viksit Bharat.

Researchers and professionals are invited to submit original, unpublished work addressing the conference theme and its sub-themes. Papers must not have been published or be under consideration for publication or presentation elsewhere. Authors should follow the submission guidelines, maintain academic integrity and use appropriate references.

Plan your submission

Important Dates

BKS-2027
  1. 01

    Full paper submission

  2. 02

    Acceptance notification

  3. 03

    National Conference

Questions to explore

Research Questions

  1. 01

    How can libraries help preserve and promote Indian Knowledge System?

  2. 02

    How can AI and digital technologies support traditional knowledge preservation?

  3. 03

    How can traditional health knowledge connect with modern healthcare and research?

  4. 04

    How can NEP 2020 promote Indian Knowledge System in higher education?

  5. 05

    How can libraries and institutions support digital inclusion and community knowledge?

  6. 06

    How can Indian Knowledge System contribute to sustainable development and Viksit Bharat?

Research impact

Expected Contribution and Policy Relevance

  • Promote interdisciplinary discussion on the contemporary relevance of Indian Knowledge System.
  • Identify practical approaches for documentation, digital preservation and responsible access to traditional knowledge.
  • Develop recommendations for libraries, higher education institutions, health knowledge centres and related academic organisations.
  • Highlight inclusion, ethics, community participation and sustainability in knowledge preservation.
  • Produce academic outputs, conference recommendations and policy-oriented insights for wider dissemination.
Areas of inquiry

Conference Sub-Themes

18 research areas

Original submissions may address, but are not limited to, the following areas:

  1. 01Indic Knowledge System and Libraries
  2. 02Digital Preservation of Indian Knowledge Heritage
  3. 03Artificial Intelligence and Indian Knowledge System
  4. 04Digital Humanities and Cultural Heritage
  5. 05Medicine Then and Now: From Traditional to Modern
  6. 06NEP 2020 and Indian Knowledge System
  7. 07Academic and Medical Libraries
  8. 08AI, Machine Learning and Smart Libraries
  9. 09Knowledge Management
  10. 10Open Access and Institutional Repositories
  11. 11Digital Inclusion and Community Empowerment
  12. 12Traditional Wisdom for Sustainable Development
  13. 13Ayurveda, Yoga and Indigenous Health Knowledge
  14. 14Traditional Knowledge, Documentation and Intellectual Property Rights
  15. 15Indian Languages, Manuscripts and Community Knowledge
  16. 16Community Knowledge, Local Practices and Oral Traditions
  17. 17Ethics, Values and Indian Knowledge Traditions
  18. 18Research, Innovation and Viksit Bharat
Prepare your paper

Submission Guidelines

Submit original scholarly work that follows the requirements below and maintains academic integrity.

01

Manuscript

  • Full paper: maximum 5,000 words and up to 12 pages.
  • Abstract: up to 250 words.
  • Language: Full papers may be submitted in Hindi or English.
  • Include keywords and references; use APA 7th edition referencing.
  • Provide each author's name, designation, institutional affiliation, contact number and email.
02

Formatting and ethics

  • Use A4 pages, 1.5 cm margins and Times New Roman, 12 pt.
  • Submissions must be unpublished and not under consideration elsewhere.
  • Similarity/plagiarism must not exceed 10%; AI-generated content must not exceed 20%.
  • A maximum of 3 authors is permitted per paper.
03

Review and participation

  • Selected papers may be considered for an edited volume or proceedings with ISBN after editorial review; publication remains subject to editorial policy.
  • Certificates are for registered participants and presenters.
  • Paper presentation certificates are issued to the presenter only.
  • Paper submission and participant registration are separate processes.

For any submission detail that needs clarification, contact the Conference Secretariat before submitting your paper.

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Paper authors must also complete the separate participant registration process.

Participant Registration