Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Dec 20: The Department of Sanskrit, University of Jammu, organized a two-day national seminar on the theme ‘The Position and Relevance of the Schools of Mimamsa Darsana in the Light of the Indian Knowledge System.’
Mimamsa Darsana is one of the classical Vedic philosophical systems, which lays emphasis on Dharma, Karma and Yajna. Sage Jaimini is regarded as the founder of this school of thought. The Jaimini Sutras begin with the aphorism ‘Athato Dharma Jijnasa’ and accept ‘Yagadireva Karma?’ as the basis of action.
The inaugural session of the seminar commenced with Vedic chanting and Saraswati Vandana, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp and floral tributes to Goddess Saraswati by the dignitaries.
The inaugural function was graced by Prof. Murli Manohar Pathak, Vice Chancellor, Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi, as chief guest. Prof. Bhagwat Sharan Shukla, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, was guest of honour and keynote speaker, while Prof. Om Nath Bimali, former Head, Department of Sanskrit and Head, Department of Hindu Studies, University of Delhi was the special guest.
Prof. Neelu Rohmetra, Dean Research Studies, University of Jammu, presided over the session. Prof. Sushma Devi, former Head, Department of Sanskrit and former Dean, Faculty of Arts, University of Jammu, was also present on the dais.
While addressing the inaugural session, Prof. Neelu Rohmetra emphasized the practical relevance of Mimamsa philosophy in contemporary life.
She stated that the concept of Karma forms the foundation of ethical living and stresses the importance of performing one’s duties with discipline and moral responsibility.
Prof. Rohmetra observed that Mimamsa philosophy offers valuable guidance for integrating ethics, discipline and right conduct into day-to-day life.
“In the present era of moral and social challenges, these principles can help individuals develop integrity, accountability and a sense of social responsibility,” she maintained.
Prof. Neelu Rohmetra further noted that Indian philosophical traditions provide practical frameworks for living a value-based life and remain highly relevant for students, scholars and society at large.
Prof. Ram Bahadur, Head, Department of Sanskrit, University of Jammu, highlighted the core objectives of the National Seminar and deliberated upon the contemporary relevance of Mimamsa philosophy and its contribution to the Indian Knowledge Tradition in present times.
Faculty members from the Department of Sanskrit and other departments of the University of Jammu, along with scholars and students, participated in the inaugural session.
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