Vedakatha – The Stories in Rigveda
Explore the world’s oldest text through its timeless stories — a guided journey into the Rigveda.
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Explore the world’s oldest text through its timeless stories — a guided journey into the Rigveda.
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A comparative exploration of the ancient Indian customs and the legal philosophy and its resonance in modern Indian law.
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A digital reconstruction of the Ellora caves — rediscovering their artistry, scale, and spiritual narrative.
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Discover the living tradition of Odissi — tracing its sacred temple origins, codified movements, and evolution into a classical stage art form.
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Established in 1917, the **Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute (BORI)** is a premier center for research in Indology and Asian Studies, renowned globally for its contributions to manuscriptology and critical textual studies.
The institute undertakes a robust academic research program and is home to over **28,000 rare manuscripts** and **1,53,000 rare books**. BORI has published nearly 300 books and journals, including magnum opuses such as the *Critical Edition of the Mahabharata*, *History of Dharmashastra*, and the *Vedic Bibliography*.
Our courses are fully aligned with the New National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. In partner institutions, our courses are eligible for academic credits under the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) and Open Elective framework. We invite colleges and universities to partner with us to avail our expertise and resources.
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Yes. All courses are designed for learners of all levels—**no prior background required** to begin learning.
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