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Sacred Vedic Temple Architecture in the golden morning light of Prakash 2027
॥ तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय ॥ · PRAKASH 2027

Call for Papers

Submit original, high-quality research across 5 broad tracks & 35+ sub-tracks in Indian Knowledge Systems

“Promoting Research, Advancement, and Knowledge Systems for Applied Sustainable Heritage (Legacy)”

26–27 February 2027
PIET, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Hybrid Mode
Introduction

Call for Papers Invitation

PRAKASH 2027 invites original, unpublished, and high-quality research papers, critical reviews, and applied case studies from traditional textual scholars (Shastris), modern scientists, academicians, engineers, research scholars, and industry professionals.

The conference seeks to move beyond mere historical celebration and instead engage in rigorous academic discourse that validates, contextualizes, and applies ancient Indian concepts within contemporary research frameworks, particularly addressing global challenges like climate change, mental health, ecological sustainability, and ethical technology.

All submissions must represent authentic, original scholarship and must adhere to academic integrity standards.

Bhishma School of Indian Knowledge System
In Collaboration With

Bhishma School of Indian Knowledge System

Affiliated to Bhishma Sanatan Vedic Hindu Univ., America & Central Sanskrit Univ., New Delhi

Journal of Dharma Studies - Springer Nature
Publishing Partner · Springer Nature

Journal of Dharma Studies

Asian and Transcultural Religion, Philosophy, & Ethics · Selected papers considered for publication

Broad Thematic Areas

Conference Tracks & Sub-Tracks

Explore the 5 core tracks and 35+ specialized sub-tracks covering scientific heritage, healthcare, sustainability, statecraft, and pedagogy.

Thematic Area 01

Scientific Heritage, Mathematics, and Technology

Historical developments in Indian mathematics, astronomy, metallurgy, water management, and computational linguistics.

Thematic Area 02

Holistic Health, Wellness, and Life Sciences

Integration of Ayurveda, Siddha, and Yoga into modern healthcare systems; ethnobotany and natural product chemistry.

Thematic Area 03

Environmental Ethics, Sustainable Architecture, and Agriculture

Vastu Shastra, Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), ancient water conservation, organic farming, and climate change mitigation.

Thematic Area 04

Governance, Economics, Ethics, and Management

Kautilya's Arthashastra, Dharma, and Nyaya as foundations for leadership, ethics, and policy; sustainable trade traditions.

Thematic Area 05

Pedagogy, Arts, and Cultural Heritage

Implementation of IKS in mainstream education under NEP 2020; Kalas (art forms), performance arts, digitization, and manuscriptology.

Track 1

Scientific Heritage, Mathematics, and Technology

7 Sub-Tracks

This track investigates the mathematical and engineering marvels of ancient India and their interface with modern computational sciences.

1.1The Kerala School of Mathematics – Infinite Series, Calculus, and their Global Legacy
1.2Ancient Indian Astronomy – Planetary Models, Celestial Mechanics, and Observational Instruments
1.3Traditional Metallurgy and Material Science – Wootz Steel, Zinc Distillation, and Corrosion Resistance Techniques
1.4Hydrological Engineering – Ancient Dams, Stepwells, and Urban Water Distribution Systems
1.5Paninian Grammar and Formal Language Theory – Applications in NLP, Machine Translation, and AI Logic
1.6Indigenous Geometric Principles – Sulba Sutras, Fractal Geometry, and Sacred Architectural Mathematics
1.7Traditional Textile Technology – Dyeing, Weaving, and the Physics of Natural Fiber Engineering
Track 2

Holistic Health, Wellness, and Life Sciences

7 Sub-Tracks

This track explores the integration of traditional medical systems with modern clinical practices and pharmacological research.

2.1Evidence-based Ayurveda – Bridging Samhitas with Modern Clinical Trial Protocols
2.2Yoga and Neuroplasticity – Therapeutic Interventions for Stress, Anxiety, and Neurological Disorders
2.3Ethnobotany and Pharmacognosy – Drug Discovery from Indigenous Flora and Natural Product Chemistry
2.4Siddha and Unani Systems – Clinical Efficacy in Primary and Community Healthcare
2.5Dinacharya (Daily Regimen) – Chronobiology, Nutritional Metabolomics, and Lifestyle Medicine
2.6Mental Health Interventions – Mindfulness, Meditative Practices, and Traditional Cognitive Therapies
2.7Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry – Ancient Care Practices and Livestock Management
Track 3

Environmental Ethics, Sustainable Architecture, and Agriculture

7 Sub-Tracks

This track draws upon traditional ecological knowledge to address current environmental crises and architectural sustainability.

3.1Vastu Shastra and Climate-Responsive Design – Passive Cooling, Solar Orientation, and Bio-Climatic Architecture
3.2Sacred Groves and Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) – Biodiversity Hotspots and Community Conservation
3.3Organic Farming and Seed Sovereignty – Indigenous Crop Rotation, Polyculture, and Seed Preservation
3.4Ancient Water Harvesting – Kunds, Baolis, Artificial Lakes, and Urban Stormwater Management
3.5Forest Stewardship and Wildlife Ethics – Vedic Ecology and the Concept of Ahimsa in Conservation
3.6Eco-Cosmology – Planetary Ethics, Rta (Cosmic Order), and Climate Change Philosophy
3.7Biodegradable Materials – Lime Plasters, Natural Adhesives, and Circular Economy Models in Ancient Construction
Track 4

Governance, Economics, Ethics, and Management

7 Sub-Tracks

This track applies the principles of ancient Indian polity and ethics to modern leadership, corporate governance, and economic policy.

4.1Kautilya's Arthashastra – Statecraft, Public Administration, and Geopolitical Strategy
4.2Dharma and Nyaya – Foundations of Corporate Ethics, Legal Theory, and Social Justice, Buddhism, Vidhur Niti.
4.3Ancient Trade Networks – Maritime Commerce, Supply Chain Logistics, and Economic Diplomacy, Chalukya’s & Chola Administration System, Gupta Administration
4.4The Shreni System – Guild Management, Worker Welfare, and Community-driven Commerce
4.5Conflict Resolution – Dialogic Processes and Peacemaking Strategies from the Mahabharata and Ramayana
4.6Fiscal Policies and Taxation – Wealth Distribution Models and Welfare Economics in Ancient Polity
4.7Leadership Traits – Mentorship skills, Decision-making, and Human Resource Management from Upanishadic Dialogues, Vedas
Track 5

Literature, Pedagogy, Arts, and Cultural Heritage

9 Sub-Tracks

This track addresses the integration of IKS into education and the preservation of intangible cultural assets.

5.1Curriculum Design – Developing Modular IKS Courses and Electives under NEP 2020
5.2Experiential Learning – Hands-on Pedagogy, Gurukul-inspired Models, and STEM-IKS Integration
5.3Sangeet and Natya Shastra – The Role of Performance Arts in Cognitive and Emotional Intelligence
5.43D Digitization and Epigraphy – Modern Archival Tools for Manuscriptology and Inscription Studies
5.5Indigenous Visual Arts – Chitrasutra, Iconometry, and Aesthetic Principles in Ancient Painting
5.6Gamification of Learning – Teaching Humanities and Logic through Traditional Board Games
5.7Heritage Tourism and Digital Museums – Curation, Storytelling, and Public Outreach for Cultural Assets
5.8Intersecting Theories of Bharthari, Vishnudutt, Panini, Bharat Muni, SIKSAS, Bhagwat Geeta,
5.9Ancient Poets & Texts, Folk Narratives, Local Voices Global Narratives
Special Exhibition Zone

The "IKS Expo" Zone for Startups & Entrepreneurs

Are you building a product or enterprise based on Indian Knowledge Systems? PRAKASH 2027 features a dedicated IKS Expo zone to encourage startups, researchers, and innovators working in:

Herbal product testing & validation
Green building & Vedic eco-architecture
Ancient manuscript scanning & 3D archiving
Traditional textile dyes & fiber engineering
Ayurvedic nutraceuticals & chronobiology tools
Educational games based on traditional logic & shastras

To reserve an exhibition kiosk or present in the startup demo session, write to us at iksconf.prakash@poornima.org.

Guidelines

Paper Submission Guidelines

Manuscript Preparation

Authors must submit original, rigorously researched papers written in English or Sanskrit with English summary.

  • Recommended paper length: 8–12 pages, including citations and references.
  • Similarity index must be below 15% (excluding standard classical references and quotes).
  • AI-generated content similarity must be 0% or negligible.
  • Papers must clearly state objectives, methodology, historical/textual basis, results, and modern relevance.
  • Submissions must adhere to ethical research standards and acknowledge primary traditional sources accurately.

Review & Presentation

  • All manuscripts will undergo double-blind peer review by domain scholars and technical experts.
  • At least one author of each accepted paper must register and present the paper either physically or virtually.
  • Selected papers will be invited for presentation in dedicated thematic technical sessions.

Paper Submission Mode

Authors can submit their complete research paper (PDF and editable Word document) directly to the conference editorial desk:

Submit Paper to iksconf.prakash@poornima.org

Subject Format

Subject: Paper Submission_Track Number_Author Name

Example: Paper Submission_Track 1.1_Dr. Sanju Choudhary

Conference Schedule Details

Dates:26 February 2027 – 27 February 2027
Duration:2 Days
Daily Timing:08:00 AM – 03:00 PM (IST)
Expected Attendance:100–150 Delegates
Schedule & Fees

Important Dates & Registration

Important Dates

01
Paper Submission Deadline
15 December 2026
02
Acceptance Notification
15 January 2027
03
Camera Ready Submission
30 January 2027
04
Registration Deadline
05 February 2027
05
Conference Dates
26–27 February 2027

Registration Includes

  • Access to all 5 Thematic Technical Tracks
  • Keynote Sessions & Plenary Dialogues
  • Conference Kit & Official Certificate
  • Access to the Interactive 'IKS Expo' Zone
  • Networking with Traditional Shastris & Modern Scientists
  • Lunch & Refreshments during Conference Days

Registration Fee Structure

(Official fee structure for PRAKASH 2027 hybrid conference delegates)

CategoryEarly BirdRegular
Indian Academicians & Faculty₹2,000₹2,000
Research Scholars & Students₹1,000₹1,000
Foreign Delegates$150$300

Registration fees cover participation in all technical sessions, presentation slots, digital proceedings access, and kit.

Quality

Review Process & Quality Assurance

Peer Review Policy

PRAKASH 2027 follows a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to ensure scholarly quality and research integrity. Each submitted manuscript will be evaluated by experts in traditional texts and contemporary research across these metrics:

Originality & Depth
Authenticity of Traditional Sources
Modern Scientific Relevance
Clarity of Presentation
Alignment with NEP 2020
Practical & Policy Significance

Conference Projections

100–150Delegates
5Thematic Tracks
35+Sub-Tracks
2 DaysDuration
HybridPresentation Mode
16+Advisory Experts

Quality Assurance Mechanism

PRAKASH 2027 is committed to academic rigor, authenticity of indigenous wisdom, and ethical scholarship:

  • 1Double-blind peer-review by academic and domain scholars
  • 2Rigorous evaluation of methodology, textual accuracy, and modern contextualization
  • 3Plagiarism verification using standard academic similarity tools (under 15%)
  • 4AI-content verification (0% or negligible machine-generated text)
  • 5Alignment check with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 principles
  • 6Technical review and final approval by the Technical Program Committee
Ethics

Research Integrity & Ethics Policy

Notice on Academic & Textual Integrity

Authors submitting manuscripts must ensure that all references to ancient texts, Samhitas, Sutras, and classical commentaries are authentic and verifiable. Generative AI tools must not be used to fabricate citations, invent translations, or generate research claims.

Publication Ethics & Originality

PRAKASH 2027 strictly prohibits plagiarism, duplicate submissions, and data fabrication. All papers undergo automated plagiarism detection and review by domain scholars.