Nītividhāna - Learning Program on Civilizational Public Policy

Nītividhāna is an online certificate public-policy program offered by B?hat, and for its 3rd edition we partner with Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur and Association of Indian Universities.

19 Oct 2024 - 19 Jan 2025

12 Weeks | 36 Sessions | 72 Hours

Fridays (7 - 9PM) | Saturdays and Sundays (10AM - 12PM)

? 25,000 (plus 18% GST) | Student Scholarship - ? 10,000 (plus 18% GST)

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Nītividhāna introduces Public Policy with a focus on Indian Knowledge Systems and their relevance to modern governance. The program explores key philosophical ideas from both Eastern and Western traditions, showing how these ideas have shaped public policy over time. By connecting ancient wisdom with today's challenges, the program prepares participants to influence the future of governance.

The program facilitates an inside-out perspective to leadership wherein learners begin to understand themselves better through the lens of āyurveda and psychology-based tools developed based on Indian epics. The course is built on the foundational principles of Dharma and Dhārmika frameworks, with a focus on translating this wisdom into contemporary public policy and statecraft.

The challenges we face today—divisiveness, economic disparity, social injustice, mental health crises, poverty, and environmental degradation—are often treated as separate issues. These interconnected problems arise from a lack of integrality in governance, where fragmented policies fail to address the root causes, resulting in incomplete and ineffective solutions. This is why the need for a civilizational approach to public policy is more urgent than ever.

The course goes beyond theoretical knowledge, incorporating foundational concepts from Dharma and the Artha?āstra to provide a nuanced understanding of governance from an Indic perspective. It also offers Indic views on World Civilizations, basic Public Policy concepts, and includes Policy-writing and analysis sessions. Moreover, with specialized modules in Education, Health, Environment, and Technology, the program offers practical insights into how these principles can be applied to create comprehensive, sustainable solutions.

Who is the Program For

Informed and Accountable Citizens - to empower their civic and social responsibilities with the timeless wisdom of Indian Knowledge Systems.

Students of Geopolitics, International Relations and Policy - who seek a more coherent worldview, beyond ideological headlines.

Managers and Leaders - wishing to acquire a richer lens to locate their work and expand their area of influence.

Practising and Aspiring Political Leaders - who want to distinguish themselves and rise above a purely electoral understanding of politics.

Course Highlights

• Exploration of Indian Perspectives on World Civilizations
• Foundational understanding on Indian Perspective on Leadership, Environment and Society
• Theory and Practice of Dharma in Governance and Constitution
• Policy Writing Workshops and Synthesis Sessions
• Field Orientation Modules in Education, Health and Environment

Course Takeaways

• Discover Civilizational Thought Models
• Develop Critical Reasoning
• Understand Policy in Praxis
• Evolve Policy Acumen
• Opportunity to Publish an Academic Paper

Partners

CSJMU, Kanpur - a NAAC A++, UGC category 1, institution committed to the students' and its members' curricular, critical, and spiritual growth.

Association of Indian Universities - a consortium of Universities in India and Abroad. AIU- CSJMU- Academic and Administrative Development Centre (AADC) is established to train students, teachers, and administrators in the latest developments in technology and epistemology. It is located at CSJMU and is funded by the AIU.

Eligibility

This learning camp requires 100% time commitment for the duration of the 12-week program, including participating in activities, games and collaboration with study groups outside of class. Upon successful completion of the program and all its components, learners will receive a certificate from CJSMU. Please use the same email for both application and payment. The following is mandatory for course completion and certification:

1. We encourage you to attend all sessions live. If you're unable to do so, we strongly recommend catching up before the next session.
2. Complete assignments and projects.
3. Collaborate with fellow participants in class discussions.

Testimonials

These are some testimonials from participants of previous Nītividhāna editions:

For me personally, there has been a plethora of learnings across various aspects, right from the Indic Knowledge Systems to Policy areas. Most important learning has been the practical implementation of the same where we were apprised with how to fit in the policy paradigm and formulation within the Indic construct because this is the ultimate objective of Nītividhāna. - Utkarsh Tandon

The sessions were incredibly interactive, filled with valuable information delivered concisely. Mala Ma’am, the teacher, exuded kindness and a wealth of knowledge. Every segment of the class was both helpful and enlightening. - Sushanth Harsha Rao

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