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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Philosophy of Gandhi Certification Course is a massive open online course focusing on the great philosophical ideas of the father of our nation, Mahatma Gandhi. The course attempts to provide a detailed glimpse into Gandhi's philosophies and unique ways of living.
The Philosophy of Gandhi course offered by Swayam is a 4 credit course coordinated by Prof. Anurag Joshi of the Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi. The course is taught at the postgraduate level through interesting and informative videos by experts in the field.
The Philosophy of Gandhi Online Course covers vital aspects regarding the faith and ideology of Gandhi in various spheres of life. It discusses Gandhi's view of religion, human life, and modern civilization. The course will help students who are basing their career in Humanities and Social Sciences and Political Science.
The Highlights
- Postgraduate level
- 12 weeks duration
- 4 credits
- Video lectures by experts
- Knowledge of Gandhi's Philosophy
Programme Offerings
- 12 weeks
- 4 Credits
- video lectures
Courses and Certificate Fees
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What you will learn
After completing the Philosophy of Gandhi online course, you will gain knowledge about the following topics:
- Types of Indic religions and Semitic religions
- Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism
- Christianity, Islam, and Judaism
- Highlights of Western and Eastern philosophy
- Gandhi's views on truth and non-violence
- Gandhi's critical view of civilization
- Gandhi's philosophy and ways of living
Admission Details
Step 1: Click on the URL given below -
https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec21_ge05/preview
Step 2: Click on the sign-in/register option on the top right side corner of the page.
Step 3: On the opening page, create a new account by entering your username, password and email id.
Step 4: You will get a verification code on the registered email address.
Step 5: Verify your credentials and complete the application process.
The Syllabus
Sources of Gandhian Philosophy
- Indic Religions: Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism
- Semitic Religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam
- Western Philosophy: Greek Tradition, Ruskin, Tolstoy, and Thoreau)
- Eastern Philosophy (Vedanta, Bhakti Movement – Kabir, Tulsidas, Vaishnavism, Anasakti Yoga)
Gandhi’s Worldview
- Gandhi’s Views on Human Nature
- Gandhi’s Views on Truth
- Gandhi’s Views on Non-Violence
- Gandhi’s Views on Religion
Gandhi on Civilisation
- Gandhi’s Critique of Modern Civilisation
- Critical Understanding of Indian Civilisation
- Towards a New Civilisation
- Sarvodaya
Gandhian Ways and Means
- Duties
- Swaraj
- Swadeshi
- Satyagraha