CURRICULUM –VITAE Prof. (Mrs.) K.R.RAJANI M.A; M.A; PhD Professor of Philosophy Dept. of Philosophy and Religious DOB : 10-11-1957 ● M.A. (Philosophy) University 1st Rank (1982) ● M.A. (Religious Studies) – First Class 1995. ● Ph.D. Awarded in May 1990. Topic: “The Ideal of Human Unity: A Critical study in Sri Aurobindo’s Integral Philosophy”. Service ● Professional Service : 20 Years ● Research Experience : 26Years Awards ● Dr. S. Radhakrishnan’s Award for Best Academician for the year 2007 by
· Best Researcher Award for the year 2006 By
● Staff-Award for International Study and Research Grant in 2005 by Andhra University, (Two-Months) – Visited University of Chicago, Tennessee State University, Vanderbilt, U.S.A during April to May 2005.
Prizes Awarded (1982)
● Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Philosophy Prize.
● Raja Ram Mohan Roy Birth Bicentenary Prize of the AndhraPradesh Brahma Samaj.
● G.S.R. Krishnaiah Philosophy prize
Nomination
● “International Women of the Year for 2000/2001” by international Biographical Centre,
Fellowships and Associate ships
● UGC/JRF-1984 –1989 ●UGC/RA-1991-1994
Publication of Books – 3Details in Annexure - IPublication of Papers - 20
Presentation of Papers in NationalDetails in Annexure - IIand International Seminars- 51
Conducted National Seminars/Workshops – Three
● U.G.C/National Seminar on “Relevance of Philosophy in 21st Century” held during 27-
● ICPR National Seminar on Morality and Social Policy: A Philosophical Analysis on
● UGC-SAM Workshop “ 03-11-2008 to 07-11-2008.
Research DirectedAwarded Ph.Ds - 3 awardedM.Phils – 3Submitted Ph.Ds - 3
Awarded – M.Phils - Three
● M.Phil. Degree Awarded in 2002, March to Ajay Adhakari AIT
● M.Phil. Degree Awarded in 2005 January, to Pridhvi Raj on concept of Unity in Brihadaranyaka Upanishad .
·M.Phil.Degree Awarded in 2007 January, to Mrs.R.Rama Devi on “Axiological concerns of education: A perspective in SriAurobindo’s Philosophy”
Awarded PhDs - Three● PhD Degree Awarded in 2008 August, to K.Raj Kumar on “Christian Ethics: A Philosophical Analysis” ● Ph.D Deegree Awarded in 2009 March , to Mrs.N.Sony Havilah on “ Ethical concerns of environment among the secondary school students and teachers of Visakhapatnam District” ● Women Empowerment with special reference to M.K.Gandhi A Philosophical study by Smt.Botcha Jhansi Lakshmi on November 2008
Submitted PhD Scholars – Three
● “Yogoanisads : A Philosophical Study “by A.Rajani (ICPR/JRF Fellow)
●”Eradication of Untouchability: With special reference to Gandhi “by M.Prasada Rao (ICPR/JRF Fellow) ● “Philosophy of Education with special Reference to M.K.Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore : A Philosophical Study” by K.Victor Babu, (ICPR/JRF Fellow) Present PhD Scholars – Two● “Philosophy of Christianity” by Paul Augustine
● “Serving with Christian ideals” by Solmon Raj Co-Direction- One
● Global Education by Lenora Ruby Mohan, Dept of Psychology, Symposiast
● 80th session of IPC, delivered a lecture on Gender Ethics and Political Participation, held in Research Projects - Three
● Minor Research Project under UGC unassigned grant for the year 2002 - 2004 was completed titled “Where women stand in Philosophy? An Indian Philosophical Perspective”.
·Under taking UGC starter research project titled “ An approach to Non violence Gandhi and Sri Aurobindo” for the year 2007-2008.
Under taken a Major UGC Research Project as a co-investigator
· Titled “ Social issues and moral controversies : An analytical study in Applied Ethics” for the Period from 2009 to 2011 Administrative Experience
· Admission Committee Member for AUCET and ICET Admissions of
· Co-convener, Research Forum, · Governing Body Member to an Affiliated Colleges, · Member ,Women Grievance cell,
Monographs - Two
● Far – Eastern Religions : An Exegetical Approach (1997). Under U.G.C. SAP Phase II.
● An Approach to Philosophy of Religion under U.G.C. SAP Phase II 1998.
Lectures in
· Given lectures on “Philosophy of education in ●Given Five classroom lectures in TSV Lectures in
· Research Forum Lecture given on “Gandhi and Religion ”in TLN Sabha Hall, A.U. on · Lectures for Certificate course given in New Gandhian Studies,
· Guest lecture to teachers of A.P.T.F. on · Research Forum Lecture given on “Moral Issues on Philosophy of Education” chaired by Vice-Chancellor, A.U. on
· A series of lectures given in various B.Ed colleges in Andhra Pradesh on Philosophy of Education. Resource Person
● in 2003, 04, 05,08 and 09. Subjects Taught: Philosophy of Religion and Philosophy of Education, Women and Philosophy.
● Dr. Durgabai Deshmukh Centre for Women’s Studies, Workshops - Two
● “UGC/Capacity Building workshop for Women managers in Higher Education “during 8th to 1`2th March 2007 conducted by Dr.Durgabai Deshmuk Centre for Women Studies, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
·Participated in UGC-TOT (Training of Trainers) workshop for “Capacity Building of women Managers in higher education” held at Nalsar University of Law; Hyderabad during 20-1-2008 to 25-1-2008. Summer School
●Participated in the UGC sponsored All India Summer Institute in Indian Philosophy during 21-1-88 to 19-2-88, in the Dept of Philosophy Andhra University,
Refresher Course Certificates – Two
1. Refresher Course Certificate obtained in1996 from Academic 2.Refresher Course Certificate obtained in 1999 from
Orientation Course certificate● Orientation course Certificate Obtained in 1995 from
Guided Project work
A Project Work titled “ A study on the Traditional Religious beliefs of the Kondadora Tribe in Araku Vally, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh in the light of the Methods of Jesus for Evangelization” by Rev.Y.Sundara Rao (Reg.No:01/2007) Submitted to Asian Institute of Theology,
Selecting committee Member
· · Presided Over Seminars
● 02 (two) Centenary Celebrations of H.H. Swamy Onkar On Peace in Confucius Tradition.
· Seminar on Education for empowerment of Women, 20-21 July 2001, AIT Radio Talks
● Sri Aurobindo’s integral Yoga and its present day relevance: Broadcasted on
● On Jashuas’ Poetry.
Specialization Subjects
● Ethics · Sri Aurobindo’s Philosophy · Philosophy of Religion · Sino-Japanese Philosophy · Gandhian Philosophy · Gender Justice · Philosophy of Education Memberships
· Life Member – Indian Philosophical Congress (IPC) from January 1984. · Member – World Council for Curriculum and Instruction (WCCI)
Extension Programmes
●Advisory Committee Member to Lotus Educational Systems, Visakhaptanm
[[ ●Executive Director to Kranthi – a Voluntary Organization
●Advisory Committee Member to Mispa a Voluntary Organization Visakhapatnam
●Secretary to “Live to Love Society for Global inclusive community” a voluntary organization.
●Participating in awareness programmes like AIDS awareness, Spiritual awareness Educational counseling .
Attended an Advanced Leadership Program at Haggai Institute ,Maui,
Annexure – I
Publication of Books – 3
● A Book Published entitled “The Ideal of Human Unity, Sri Aurobindo” by A.U. Press & Publication, ● “Relevance of Philosophy in 21st Century”, Associated Publishers 2006,Ambala (ed) ● A Book Published entitled “Morality and Social Policy A Philosophical Analysis by Associated Publishers 2009,Ambala (ed)
PUBLICATION OF PAPERS -20
1. A paper published in Darshana International An International Quarterly of Philosophy Psychology, Psychical Research, Religion, Mysticism and Sociology, Vol. XXX, Jan 1990 November 1 titled as The Karma Yoga of Bhagavad Gita as distinguished from the integral Yoga of Sri Aurobindo. Pp. 69-70.
2. A paper published in the Book “Buddhism and peace” Pub. by
3. A paper published in World Union Journal in March, 1996. Pp. 10-12.
4. A paper titled Peace in Confucius Tradition published in the Souvenir by Santi Ashram Sankavaram A.P. India in 1995 January.
5. Article published in Deccan-Chronicle on Symbol of peace and Integrity”.
6. Article published in “Research Notes”, a Monthly Bulletin from Research Forum,
7. A paper entitled Sri Arobindo : A National Integralist and Philosopher in Research Notes,
8. A paper published entitled “What is to be done for an effective teaching? A Philosophical perspective”, in Educational space Vol.-1, Issue-1, April 2002. pp. 16-17.
9. A paper published entitled: “An approach to Teaching Philosophy”, in Book Teaching Philosophy in the 21st Century, Pub. By A.U .Philosophical series No-4, pp. 139-144.
10. A paper published “Peace through social and spiritual equality, Swami Bala Siva Yogendra Maharaj” in the Book “Saints & Guru” perspectives on spiritual and Social reconstruction ed, Pub. D.K. Print World (P) Ltd.
11. A paper published entitled: “Changing the laws: A platonic perspective” in the souvenir Indian Association of Lawyers 20 &
12. A Paper published in the proceeding volume on “Historical aspects in Telugu Literature by Telugu Dept. A.U. during 30,
13. A Paper published in a book title “Relevance of Philosophy in 21st Century”. The title of the paper is “The relevance of Sri Aurobindo’s Yoga” Associated Publishers Ambala, 2006.
14. A paper published in a proceeding volume titled “Multi Dimensions of literacy development” entitled “The role of a teacher in community development: A pragmatic viewpoint” Associated Publishers Ambala, 2007.
15.A paper published in a volume titled “Some reflections on Gandhi” by New Gandhian studies, Andhra University 2008, Titled “Religion for practical affairs: M.K.Gandhi.”
16.A paper published in Research Forum Monthly Bulletin, Vol.13, 2008,titled “Nehru’s critique of Indian Philosophy”.
17. An Invited Lecture given in Research Forum published in RFMB, Vol.13, 2008 titled “Gandhi and Religion”.
18. A paper published in the Journal -Gandhi Prasang, titled “Religion for Practical affairs: A Gandhian Approach” in Vol.X No. 2 of January 30th, 2008, Allahabad.PP.63-68.
19. A paper polished titled “Introductory” in the Morality and Social Policy A Philosophical Analysis (ed) K.R.Rajani, Associated Publishers, Ambala, 2009 pp-1-10.
Annexure - IIPRESENTATION OF PAPERS – 51
INTERNATIONAL SEMINARS – 7
1. Presented a paper “Peace in Confucius Tradition” in Swamy Omkar Centenary Celebrations on
2. Presented a paper in Indian Philosophical Congress cum World Philosophical meet in 1996 Nov. At Pune entitled as “The Necessity of Discourse in Education and Life According to Plato”.
3. A paper presented in the Fifteenth International Congress on Vedanta held during 3-6, 2005 by the Department of Philosophy, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, A.P. titled “The role of a teacher: An Upanishadic View point”.
4. Paper presented in the “Interim World Philosophy Congress” held during 15-20 December 2006 at Delhi University, New Delhi titled “Can we build corruption Free Society”.
5.A paper presented in the international Conference on Health psychology and counseling :Issues, Opportunities and Challenges, held during 13th to 15th Nov 2007 by the Dept of Psychology, Andhra Uniiveristy, Visakhaptnam, Andhra Pradesh. Titled “Religion for quality of life; A Gandhian approach”
6. A paper presented in the International Conference on XXII World Congress of Philosophy, ,held during July30- August 5, 2008 by the Seoul National University, Seoul Korea. Titled “Religion for Practical Affairs: A Gandhian Approach” .
7. A paper presented in the International Conference on First Asian Philosophy Congress, held during March 6th – 9th , 2010 by the JNU,
NATIONAL SEMINARS - 44
1. Presented a paper on “Interpretation of Indian Culture: Sri Aurobindo” at All India Summer Institute in Indian Philosophy at Andhra University, sponsored by U.G.C. from 21-1-1988 to 19-2-1988.
2. Presented a paper on the “Ideal of World Unity in Dr. Radhakrishnan’s Philosophy” at Centenary Celebrations Seminar on Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan at
3. Presented a paper on “Science Consciousness in Ancient Indian Culture” at the 1st Seminar by Academic Community of Andhra University on
4. Presented a paper titled “Sri Aurobindo’s Ideal of Human Unity – Its Coherence with Modern Science” In National Seminar on “Sri Aurobindo Philosophy, Religion, Culture, Education and Science”,
5. Presented Paper on “Doctrinal Principles of Confucius Philosophy” in Indian Philosophical Congress (IPC), 69th Session, on
6. “The Function of Education According to Jiddu Krishna Murthy : A Philosophical Perspective”, paper presented in Jiddu Krishna Murthy Birthday Centenary year conference, Dept of psychology , Andhra University, Visakhapatnam during 25th and 26th February 1995.
7. Presented a paper entitled : “Peace through Social and spiritual Equility” Swami Bala Siva Yogendra Maharaj in U.G.C. – SAP National Seminar on Interpretations of Vedanta : Living Saints, Segas and Gurus, by the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, Andhra University during 24-25th August, 1996.
8. A paper presented in a National Seminar Organized by Psychology & Parapsychology Department, A.U. in October, 1996 entitled “Consciousness : An Appraisal of Sri Aurobindo”.
9. Paper presented in National Seminar on Teaching Philosophy in
10. A paper presented in the National Seminar on Human Rights Organized by Department of Sociology & Academic Staff College, A.U. in December 1999, entitled as “Is Indian Constitution really Secular? A Philosophical Perspective”.
11. A paper presented in the National Seminar on “Women in Sanskrit Literature” organized by Dept. of Sanskrit A.U. Sponsored by U.G.C. on 22-02-2000 entitled as “Where Women Stand in Literature : A Philosophical Perspective in Brihadaranyaka Upanishad”.
12. A paper presented in the National Seminar on “Religion and National Integration” (8 to
13. “Women Empowerment Through Teaching A Philosophical Analysis” A paper presented in the Seminar on Education for Empowerment of Women 20-21 July 2001, held at Asian Institute of Theology,
14. New Ways to Human Evolution: A Philosophical Analysis on Gurajada “Kanyasulkam” Paper presented in the U.G.C. Seminar on Historical aspects in Telugu Literature, By Telugu Dept. of A.U. During 30,
15. “What is to be done for an effective teaching? A Philosophical perspective” Paper presented in 21st Century August 28th & 29th 2001 by Dept. of Education A.U.,
16. A paper presented in the Seminar on “Religion & Politics entitled “Religion & Politics” A Perspective” by Centre for religious studies & Dept. of Philosophy, A.U. During March 20-22.
17. A paper presented in the 6th A.P. State Conference of Indian Association of Lawyer (IAC) during inaugural session on
18. A paper entitled “Integral Education, the need of the Hour” Presented in 15th Annual conference, All India Association for Education Research (AIAER) during 31st May 2nd June 2002, By Dept. of Education, A.U.
19. A Paper presented in the Seminar “Vedanta in Andhra Pradesh” during 19 & 20th of December 2002 by the Dept. of Philosophy, Andhra University, entitled “ Satchidanada Murthy : A Neo-vedantist”.
20. A paper entitled “Gurajada : A New Philosophical Perspective” presented in a seminar on ‘Contribution of the Telugu Language and Literature to Philosophy, Science, Technology, Culture, and Religion (from C. 1000 down to 2000 A.D.)
21. A paper entitled “Integral Yoga : Sri Aurobindo” presented in the National Seminar on Self & Personality in Yoga & Indian Psychology : 9-10 Dec. 2003,
22. A paper presented in the seminar by A.P.T.F. from 29 – 31st August 2004 by Andhra Pradesh Teachers Federation,
23. A paper presented in National Conference on Women, Science & Spirituality titled “Peace through spirituality & service : Mother Teresa” held during 27-28 Nov. 2004 by Institute of Human Science & Service, Visakhapatnam at GITAM Institute for Foreign Trade, Gitam College.
24. A Paper presented in the Seminar titled “The role of University Departments in the Community Development”, organized by the department of Adult and continuing education department on 8th September 2005, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam.
25. A symposia paper presented in Indian Philosophical Congress held at
26. A paper presented in the National Seminar: A Philosophical Approach to Applied Ethics titled “Some Methods to achieve Gender Equality” Dept. of Philosophy,
27. A paper presented in the National Seminar on Culture, Literature and Social identities – held at University of Madras, Chennai sponsored by Indian Institute of Advanced study, Shimla – during 6-8th March, 2006 titled “Gender Equality : A dialogue”.
28. A paper presented titled “The Impact of Christianity on Sri Aurobindo’s Philosophy ” In the National Seminar at
29. Paper presented in the ICPR National Seminar on Teaching and Applying Philosophy : Contemporary Challenges” at
30. Paper presented in the National Seminar on Critical Trends of Philosophy inAndhra Pradesh: Tradition and Modernity” held at Dept. of Philosophy, AndhraUniversity during
31. Paper presented in ICPR the National Seminar on “Demography and gender Discrimination” organized by Centre for Women Empowerment & Andhra versity during 21-23 February 2007 titled “Gender Discrimination and Political Participation”.
32.A paper presented in the Naitonal seminar on “Vaggeyakarulalo Vedantam” held in Dept of Philosophy during
33.A Paper presented in U.G.C/National Seminar on “Philosophy and Public issues:Themes and Thinkers of Andhra Pradesh”, Held in the Dept of Philosophy and Religious studies, during March 28 to 30,2007.Titled, “Murty’s Critique of Indian Philosophy”
34.A Paper presented in ICPR the National Seminar on “Jawaharlal Nehru’sPhilosophy, Policies and Performance, reflections, Retrospect and prospect”,Held in Acharya Nagarjuna university Gunture, A.P, India, during 3-5 April 2007,Titled “Nehru’s Critique of Indian philosophy”
35. A paper presented in 82nd session of IPC held at
36.A paper presented in National seminar held at New Gandhian Studies center,
37. A paper presented in ICPR National seminar on Indian Psychology: Theories and Model held at Swami Vivekananda Yoga Aunusandhana Samsthana, Dec 2007,titled “Yoga: a perspective of Gita and Sri Aurobindo”.
38. A poster presentation in 95th Indian Science congress, held at Andhra University, Visakhaptnam, A.P, during 3rd to 7th Jan 2008 titled “Science consciousness in ancient India: A philosophical stand point”.
39. A paper presented in National seminar on Empowerment of Weaker Sections: Future Planning and strategies for rural development in Andhra Pradesh, held at Dept of Sociology, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, during 28th to 29th March 2008, titled “ Empowerment of Villagers: Gandhian Strategies and Approaches”.
40. A paper presented in the National seminar on “Hegemony, Resistance, Social Democracy and Gandhi” held at Center for Gandhian Studies, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, A.P during 30th and 31st march 2009, titled “ Civil Disobedience: A Gandhian Justification”.
41. A paper titled: “Sri Aurbindo’s Synthesis of Hindu-Christian Fundamental Notions” presented in the national seminar on Philosophical perspectives on religious fundamentalism held at
42. A paper titled: “The Definition and Concept of Religious Fundamentalism” presented in the national seminar on Religious Fundamentalism and Social Order held at Center for Religious Studies,
43. A paper titled: “Current Scenes of Conflict in Andhra Pradesh: Gandhian way of resolution ” presented in the national seminar on Current scenes of conflict Gandhian perspectives for resolution held at
44. A paper titled: “Women, The Finest Creation of God: A Dialogue with Reference to the Holy Bible and Manu Dharma Sastra” presented in the national seminar on The Status of Women in Manu Smruthi: A Philosophical and held at Dept. of Sanskrit, Andhra University during 26th and 27th of March 2010.
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