Level IV

Course Code

HHCEH 41013

Course Title

Hindu Cultural Tourism

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Optional

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessments ; Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours, Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To develop knowledge on the important aspects of tourism in relation to Hindu Culture

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Describe the Salient features of cultural tourism

·         Categorize Cultural sights and heritage monuments related to Hinduism.

·         Assess  community conciseness and pride in cultural identity

·         Demonstrate professional skills related to tourism

·         Propose  Packages for promoting tourism related to Hindu legacy

·         Discuss contemporary museum practice, and current issues in the museum profession

Course Content

Types of Tourism, Tourism through the ages, Salient features of tourism with reference to Hindu Culture, Cultural Social and Economic significance of Tourism, Causes for the growth of Hindu Cultural Tourism, Important Hindu Cultural Tourist centers in Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu, Role of Rituals and Festivals in promoting of tourism in Hindu Culture, Benefits of Hindu Cultural Tourism, Educational tour, The Hindu images and coins exhibited in national museums of Srilanka, Anurathapura, Polanaruva, Colombo, Kandy, Jaffna, The study of Hindu   monuments in private collections, Sivapumi Museum of Navatkuli –Jaffna.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment -30%

Presentation      

10 %

30 %

Assignment – I                          

05 %

Field Report

10 %

Assignment – II                          

05 %

Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70 %

Recommended Readings
Avinash Anand, (2008), Tourism perspective in the 21^st century, Shubhi Publication, Gurgaon, India,

Chamber, (Ed.), (1997), Tourism and Culture, University of New York Press. George Michell, (1993), Temple Towns of Tamil Nadu, Marg Publications, Delhi.

Ranbir Singh, (2007), Jaisalmar Art, Architecture & Tourism, Shubhi Publication, Gurgaon, India.

Robert, A., Brymer, (2003), Hospitality & Tourism, Kendall Hunt Publishing Company, USA.

Arumugam, S (1980). “Some ancient Hindu temples of Sri Lanka” (2 ed.). University of California: 37. OCLC 8305376.

Raghavan, M.D. (1971). Tamil culture in Ceylon: a general introduction. Colombo: Colombo : Kalai Nilayam. OCLC 453189836.

Pathmanathan, S. (1978). “The Kingdom of Jaffna”. 1. University of London/Colombo.

Bachmann,K., (1992) Conservation concerns:a guide for collectors and curators, London.

Marie C. Malaro(  2000),  A Legal Primer on Managing Museum Collections,USA

Coleman, Laura,(2018), Understanding and implementing inclusion in museums,Penguin ,London    

Course Code

HHCCH 41023

Course Title

Western contribution to Hindu Studies

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To introduce the important treatises produced by western scholars on Hindu Studies

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the scholarly works of Western Scholars

·         Classify their contributions related to Hindu Studies

·         Appraise the Socio cultural background and intentions of the Western Scholars

·         Evaluate their contribution to contemporary research scenario of Hindu studies

·         Formulate new research trends in Hindu Studies

Course Content

Establishment of the Asiatic Society and its contribution to Hindu Studies, Compilation of the sacred books of the East, Max Muller and his Contribution, Scholarly works of Dr.J.Bulher, H.T. Colbrook and his compilations, Sir John Woodroffe and his Tantric researches, Treatises of   Paul Deussen, Contributions of     Sir Horace Hayman Wilson, Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, French and American Organizations for Hindu Studies.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment

Presentation      

10%

30 %

Assignment -I                          

05 %

Assignment-II

05 %

Quiz 

10 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) :Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70 %

Recommended Readings

வில்டியூரெண்ட், (1986) , உலக மதங்கள் ஓர் தத்துவப்பார்வை, நியூசெஞ்சுரி புக் ஹவுஸ்,  பிறைவேற் லிமிடெட்.

முகுந்தன்.ச. , (2021), இந்துப்பண்பாட்டுக் கற்கைகளுக்கு பங்களித்த மேலைத்தேசத்து ஆய்வுகளும் ஆளுமைகளும், குமரன் புத்தக இல்லம;.
Ninion Smart, 1992, The World’s Religions (Old Traditions and Modern Transformations), Cambridge University Press,.

Frank Whaling (Editor), 1984, The World’s Religious Traditions, T & T Clark Ltd., Edinburgh.

Lourens,P., , 2002, Ä Life Devoted to the Humanities”, Van den Bosch, Friedrich Max Muller.

Max Muller, 1879 and 1910, Sacred Books of the East, Oxford University Press.

Course Code

HHCCH 41033

Course Title

Hindu Psychology

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 3 hours,  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To develop knowledge in the salient features of Hindu Psychology

Intended Learning outcomes

·               Define the Perspectives of Psychology

·               Identify the salient features of Hindu Psychology

·               Asses the relationship between Religion and Psychology

·               Discuss the ways in which the fulfillment of Hindu religious rituals, provide relief from mental stress

·               Construct the yoga techniques to build up mental excellence

Course Content

Nature and scope of Psychology, Hindu Religion and Psychology, The mind and its function according to Hindu Philosophy, The relation of self to the mind and body, The psychology of conduct, desire, emotion etc., Theory of Karma, degrees of consciousness, sensation, pleasure and pain, Mental modification and its five kinds, Yoga and Meditation,  Psychological implication on Moksa.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment -30%

Presentation      

10%

30 %

Assignment                           

05 %

Case Study

05 %

Project

             10%

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) :Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70 %

Recommended Readings
Akilananda, Swami, (2008), True Psychology, Ramakrishna Vedanta Math, India.

Abhedananda Swami, (1983), Yoga Psychology, Ramakrishna Vedanta Math, India.

SibhaJagath, (1934), Indian Psychology, Perception, Kegan Paul, Trench, Trubner & Co, Great Britain.

Baron, R.A., Donn Byne, (2002), Social Psychology, New Delhi.

Course Code

HHCCH 41043

Course Title

Hindu Ethics and Personality Development

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To introduce the significance of Hindu ethics and Personality development

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the salient features of Hindu Ethics

·         Explain the theory of Karma and Rebirth in Hindu perspective

·         Evaluate the contemporary trends of personality development

·         Assess   Human Values expounded in Hindu Literary Sources

·         Develop personality skills to face the challenges that arise in contemporary lifestyle

·         Propose appropriate solutions offered through the concepts of Hindu ethics, for the human conflicts and problems that arise in the contemporary scenario

Course Content

Ethics as the science of human values,  conduct and character, Theory of Karma Doctrine of Rebirth Standards of Morality, Human Values expounded in Literary Sources in different periods, Traditional Varnasramadharma and cardinal virtues, Human values for the development of Humanity, Introduction to personality development, The concept personality- Dimensions of theories of Freud & Erickson, Body language – Problem-solving – Conflict and Stress Management – Decision-making skills –Leadership and qualities of a successful leader, Character-building &Team-work.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods -30%

1. Formative Assessment

Presentation      

10%

30 %

Assignment -I                      

05 %

Role Play

10 %

Assignment-II

05 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) : 05 Questions x 100 Marks = 500 Marks

70 %

Recommended Readings

முகுந்தன்.ச, (1935) , புராதன இந்து சமுதாயத்தில் போரியல்,குமரன் புத்தக இல்லம், கொழும்பு – சென்னை.

கலைவாணி இராமநாதன், (1997) , சைவசித்தாந்த ஒழுக்கவியல் அடிப்படைகள், கார்த்திகேயன் பிறைவேட் லிட். , கொழும்பு.

வில்லியம் லில்லி, (1964) , அறவியல் ஓர் அறிமுகம், மு.ஆ.காந்தி (மொழிபெயர்ப்பு) தமிழ்நாட்டுப்பாடநூல் நிறுவனம், சென்னை.

சங்கராச்சாரிய சுவாமிகள், (1985) , இந்து தர்மங்கள், வானதி பதிப்பகம், சென்னை.

விக்னேஸ்வரி,ப. , (2014) , விஜயநகர நாயக்கர் காலத் தமிழ் இலக்கியங்கள் புலப்படுத்தும் இந்து அறவியல் சிந்தனைகள் ஓர் நுண்ணாய்வு (பிரசுரிக்கப்படாத கலாநிதிப்பட்ட ஆய்வேடு)>

Sivasamy Ayyar, S.Sri., (2014), Evolution of Hindu Moral Ideals, Gyan Publication House, Calcutta.

Maitra Susilkumar, (nd), The Ethics of the Hindus, Gyan Publication House, Calcutta.

Course Code

HHCCH 41053

Course Title

Religion and Philosophy of Sivagamas

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To introduce the significance of the Religion and Philosophy of Sivagamas

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the Nature and scope of Sivagamas

·         Demonstrate modes of worship expounded in Sivagamas

·         Assume traditional values revealed in Sivagamas

·         Discover the passages of temple construction and sculpturing

·         Value the Saiva Siddhanta concepts reveled in Sivagamas

Course Content

Introduction to Sivagamas, Literary tradition of Sivagamas, Mantras and their Significance, Temple infrastructure and Sivagamas, Traditional Values of Saiva Agamas, Principal Sivagamas and their Contents, (selected study), Modes of worship expounded in Sivagamas, Sivagamas and Saiva Siddhanta, Sri Lankan Contribution to Sivagama tradition.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment -30%

Presentation      

10%

30 %

Assignment -I                          

05 %

Assignment – II

05 %

Quiz 

10 %

2.Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) :Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70 %

Recommended Readings

கோபாலகிருஸ்ண ஐயர்,ப. , (2009) , சிவாகமங்களும் சிற்ப நூல்களும் கூறும் சிவவிக்கிரகவியல், இந்துசமய கலாசார அலுவல்கள் திணைக்களம், கொழும்பு.

கோபாலகிருஸ்ண ஐயர்,ப. , (1992) , இந்துப்பண்பாட்டு மரபுகள், வித்தியா வெளியீடு, யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

நாச்சியார் செல்வநாயகம், (1987) , இலங்கையிற் கந்தன் கோயில்களிற் பேணப்படும் ஆகமக் கிரியை மரபுகள், யாழ்ப்பாணப் பல்கலைக்கழக முதுகலைமாணிப் பட்டம் பெறுவதற்காகச் சமர்ப்பிக்கப்பட்ட ஆய்வுக்கட்டுரை, யாழ்ப்பாணம;>

Bhatt, N.R., (Ed.), (1964), Ajitagama, Institute Trancais & Indologie, Pondictery.

Experiencing Siva ed., (1983), Fred.W. Clothey, J.Bruce Long, Ramesh Hain, New Delhi.

Course Code

HSNCH 41013

Course Title

Vedic Textual Studies

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisites

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To make aware of Vedic textual studies

Intended Learning Outcomes

·         Relate  Vedic Literature in Sanskrit

·         Classify the language style of Vedic literatures

·         Describe Vedic Texts

·         Compare Vedic forms with classical Sanskrit literatures

·         Explain grammatical notes from Vedic texts

·         Translate selections from  Vedic texts with the  guide of Sanskrit Commentary

Course Content

Introduction to Vedic Studies, Social Values in Vedas, Vedic Religion and Culture, Philosophical aspects of Vedic Literature, Literary aspects of Vedic Literature. Hymns from Rig-Veda by Peterson with the Commentary of Sayanacariya- Agni 1.143, 5.26, 7.49, Indra 4.46, 7.28, Usas 7.75 Varuna 1.25,Selection from Aitareya 5.32,  Satapatha Brahmanas 1.8.1-10.

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1.      Formative Assessment  – 30%

Presentation                    

10 %

30%

Assignment – I                      

05%

Assignment – II                                              

05%

Quiz 

10 %

2.      Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

வையாபுரிப்பிள்ளை,எஸ், (1956) , இலக்கிய உதயம், வெளியீடு. சென்னை.

Herman oldenberg, (1988), The Religion of the Veda, Motilal Banarasidass, Delhi.

Keith,A.B., (1978), The Religion and philosophy of the Vedas and Upanisads, part I & II Publication, Delhi.

Macdonnell, A., (1963), Vedic mythology, Publication, Varanasi.

Majumdar,R., (1957), The Vedic Age, Publication, Bombay.

Winternitz,M., (1927),  History of Indian Literature Vol-I, Publication, Calcutta.

Course Code

HSNCH 41023

Course Title

Research Methodology

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To enable the students to understand the process of doing research 

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course students shout be able to;

·         Explain research methods in Sanskrit

·         Classify research style of Sanskrit language

·         Identify the sources of research in Sanskrit

·         Explain forms of research methods in Sanskrit

Course Content

Research formulation-defining and formulating the research problem-Selecting Problem-importance of literature-review in defining problem. Literature review-Primary and secondary Sources. Reviews- Monographs-Searching the web-critical Literature Review research design, Data Collection Analysis, Prepare Bibliographies, Appendices and Presentation Skills

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1.      Formative Assessment  –  30%

Presentation                    

10%

30%

Assignment                            

05%

Field Report                                                   

05%

Proposal

10 %

Summative Assessment

Written examination (3hour) Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) : 05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

Cauvery,R., (2007), Research Methodology, Chand Pub, New Delhi.

Keshab Chandra Dash, (1991), The Element of Research Methodology in Sanskrit, Chaukhamba publication, India.

Kothari, C.R., (2004),  Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques, New Delhi.

ShrimannaraganMurthi, (2001), Methodology in Indological Research, BharatiyaVidyaPrakashan, Dellhi.

Course Code

HSNCH 41033

Course Title

Vedic Grammar and Composition

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment : Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective       

To develop knowledge and skills of Vedic grammar and composition

Intended Learning Outcomes

·         Describe the salient features of Vedas and Vedic hymns

·         Improve the knowledge of Vedic grammar

·         Compare Vedic and Classical Sanskrit grammar

·         Explain grammatical notes from Vedic texts

·         Translate selected texts of Vedic Sanskrit, Classical Sanskrit and Tamil Passages into Sanskrit

Course Content

Introduction to grammatical studies in the Vedic period, Sandhi rules, Declensions, compounds of verbs, Participles, Infinitives, Compounds, Syntax, Prosody, Translation of Tamil passages into Sanskrit.         

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1.      Formative Assessment  – 30%

Presentation                    

10 %

30%

Assignment – I                           

05%

Assignment – II                                              

05%

Quiz 

10 %

1.      Summative Assessment:

Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) :05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

Apte,VS., (1952), The Students Guide to Sanskrit Composition, publication, Pune.

Kale,MR., (1960),A  Higher Sanskrit Grammar, publication,  New Delhi.

Lanman,C.R., (1947), A Sanskrit Reader, Harvard University Press, London.

Macdonnel,A., (1941), A Vedic Grammar for Students,  Oxford University Press, London.

Whiteny,W., (1960), Sankrit  Grammar,  publication, New Delhi.

Course Code

HSNCH 41043

Course Title

Saivagamic Studies

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment: Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4 hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To provide substantial knowledge in Saivagamas

Intended Learning Outcomes

·         Illustrate significant features of Saivagamas

·         Explain the language style of Saivagamas 

·         Compare Saivagamic and Classical Sanskrit

·         Write grammatical notes in prescribed Saivagama texts

·         Translate selections  from Saivagama texts into Tamil

Course Content

Origin and Evolution of the Saivagamas, their age, contents, significance. Detailed study of Saivagamas, study of prescribed texts, Subject matter and language of Kamikagama 4.1-50, Sarvajnanottara agama. 1,2 prakaranas

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

1.      Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation                    

10%

30%

Assignment                            

05%

Project                                                            

10%

Quiz 

05 %

2.      Summative Assessment

                                I.            Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) : 05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

கைலாசநாதக் குருக்கள்,கா. , (1963), சைவத்திருக்கோவில் கிரியைநெறி, வெளியீடு, சென்னை.

கோபாலகிருஷ;ணஐயர்,ப., (2010), இந்து விக்கிரகக்கலை மரபில் சிவவடிவங்கள், இந்து சமய கலாசாரத் திணைக்களம், கொழும்பு.

கோபாலகிருஷ;ணஐயர்,ப., (1992), இந்துப்பண்பாட்டு மரபுகள், வித்தியா வெளியீடு, யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

முத்தையாபிள்ளை,பொ., (பதி.), (1923), சர்வஞாநோத்தர ஆகமம் ஞானபாதம், வெளியீடு, தேவகோட்டை.

சபாரத்தினம், எஸ்.பி. , (2002), சைவாகமங்கள் ஓர் அறிமுகம், சைவசித்தாந்த நூற்பதிப்புக் கழகம், சென்னை.

Janaki, S., (1988), Saiva Temple and Temple Rituals, ntspaPL> Madras.

Course Code

HSNCH 41053

Course Title

Influence of Sanskrit in Indian Heritage

Credit

03 Credits

Core/Optional

Core

Pre-requisite

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures – 30 hours, Group discussion – 25 hours.  Field Visit – 10 hours.  Library Learning – 20 hours. E – learning – 22 hours. Exam Preparation – 25 hours, In – Course Assessment : Formative Quiz – 1 hour, Assignment – 4hours.  Group Presentation – 10 hours.  Summative – 3 Hours

Course Objective

To sensitize the significance of Sanskrit and its impact on the Cultural heritage of India

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course students should be able to;

·         Identify the influence and impact of Sanskrit culture in the modern world

·         Explain the related sources of Sanskrit literature

·         Discuss the various aspects of Indian culture through Sanskrit

·         Assess the social values in Indian culture

Course Content

Indian Culture as gleaned from Sanskrit literature, Role of Sanskrit as a Language of Indian culture, Indian Culture reflected in Sanskrit Sources, Salient aspects of themes related to Religion, Philosophy, Aesthetics, Arts and Ethics in Sanskrit culture.

Teaching –Learning Method

Lecture, Discussion , Presentation, Group work

Evaluation Methods

Formative Assessment  – 30%

Presentation                    

10%

30%

Assignment                             

05%

Project                                                            

10%

Role play

05 %

Summative Assessment

                                I.            Written examination (3hour) : Structured Question, Short Notes and Essay Questions (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 06) : 05 Questions x 100Marks =500Marks

70%

Recommended Readings

Anandaguruge, (1960),  The Society of Ramanaya, Maharagama.

Basham, A.C., (1954), The Wonder that was India, Oxford University press, London.

Nilaknatasastri, K.A., (1965), A History of South Indian, Oxford University press, Madras.

Pargiter, F.E., (1962), Ancient Indian Historical Tradition,  Motilal Banarsidas, New Delhi.

Subramanian.S., (1971), Culture Heritage of Indian, Vol. 1, The Ramakrshana Mission, Calcutta.

Course Code

HSSCH 41013

Course Title

Art and  Hindu Philosophy

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/ Optional

Core

Pre-requisite      

None

National Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To provide the aesthetic sensibility and the appreciation of Hindu arts forms along with the lights of Philosophical Perspectives

Intended Learning outcomes

·               Identify the theory of Hindu Art

·               Illustrate the distinctive features of Hindu Temples belonging to the different styles

·               Discuss the Philosophical aspects and symbolism revealed in Hindu aesthetic tradition

·               Evaluate the importance of Hindu aesthetic forms and its philosophical aspects

·               Determine the chronology of Hindu architectural Monuments

Course Content

Introduction to Art and philosophy; Introduction to the Theory of Hindu Art; History of Hindu Art; Forms of Deities and Non-Deities; Philosophical context of Architecture; Philosophical aspects of Temple rituals; Philosophical approach of Folklore.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment – 30%

Presentation      

10%

30 %

Assignment -I                        

 05 %

Assignment -II                       

05 %

Quiz 

10 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) : Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes (Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

70 %

Recommended Readings

ஆனந்தகுமாரசாமி, (2008) , சிவானந்த நடனம், குமரன் புத்தக இல்லம், இலங்கை.

கிருஸ்ணராஜா,சோ. , (2004) , இந்துக்கலைக் கொள்கை, குமரன் புத்தக இல்லம், இலங்கை.

சாலமன் பெர்னாட்ஷh,எம். , முத்துக்குமரன்,பி. , (2016) , இந்தியக்கலை வரலாறு, நியூ செஞ்சுரி புக்ஹவுஸ், சென்னை.

சிவத்தம்பி,கா. , (2018) , தமிழர் கலைகள், குமரன் புத்தக இல்லம், இலங்கை.

சீனிவாசன்,கே. ,ஆர். , (2010) , தென்னிந்தியக் கோயில்கள், நேசனல் புக்ட்றஸ், இந்தியா.

Anandha Kumarasamy, (2003), The History of Indian and Indonesian art, Kissinger Publishing.

Kapila Vatsyayn, (1997), The Square and the circle of the Indian arts, Abhinav Publication. New Delhi.

Kapila Vatsyayn, (1995), Art, the Integral mission, D.K. Print World, New Delhi.

Vidya Dehejia, (2009), The Body Adorned, Columbia University Press, New York.

Course Code

HSSCH 42023

Course Title

Contemporary Trends in Saiva Siddhanta

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/ Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

National Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, , Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To provide a wide knowledge of Contemporary trends in Saiva Siddhanta and other religions

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the contemporary trends in Saiva Siddhanta in Malaysia ,Sri Lanka, Indiaand Western countries

·         Categories various Sri Lankan and Indian scholars and Saiva Siddhanta Organizations

·         Evaluate Saiva Siddhanta doctrine and its development to the present needs

·         Discuss contemporary rising questions from the philosophical angle and offer solutions

Course Content
This Course unit explores the Introduction to the contemporary trends in Saiva Siddhanta in Sri Lanka, India, Malaysia and Western countries; The contribution of Sri Lanka and Indian scholars and Saiva Siddhanta Organizations – Saiva Paripalana Sabai, Dharmapuram Adeenam, Thiruvavaduthurai Adeenam, Saiva Siddhanta peru Mandram, World Saiva Council, French Institute of Pondicheri and Universities to the development of Saiva Siddhanta studies and attempts to preserve the parity of traditional scholarship, reprints, new expositions in contemporary (easy) Tamil; The understanding of the doctrine and its development to the present needs, influences of other religions and their practices; Contemporary issues in Western Countries;Contemporary issues in Sri Lanka.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment -30%

Presentation      

10%

30 %

Case Study                           

 05 %

Group Project

10 %

Debate

05 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) :Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes (Expected to answer 5 questions out of 6) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

70 %

Recommended Readings

சைவசித்தாந்த மேன்மைகளும் இலங்கையர் பங்களிப்பும்,(2017), அனைத்துலக சைவமாநாட்டு விழா மலர், இந்துநாகரிகத்துறை, யாழ்ப்பாணப்பல்கலைக்கழகம், யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

Dominic Goodall, The Parakhyatantra. A Scripture of the Saiva Siddhanta,. Pondicherry, FrenchInstitute of Pondicherry and Ecolefrancaised’Extreme-Orient, 2004.

Lal,B.Kumar, (1999) Contemporary Indin Philosophy, Motilal Banarsdoss, New Delhi.

Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami,(1999), Merging with Siva Hinduism’s Contemporary Metaphysics, Himalayan Academy, India, USA,

https://www.himalayanacademy.com

http://www.saivaworld.org

http://www.saivism.net

www.thevaaram.org,

www.shaivam.org,

http://www.saivasiddhanta.in

Course Code

HSSCH 41033

Course Title

Hindu Psychology

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/ Optional

Core

Pre-requisite      

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To be acquainted with the psychological structure of Hindu Religion and Philosophy

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Define the Perspectives of Psychology

·         Identify the salient features of Hindu Psychology

·         Asses the relationship between Religion and Psychology

·         Discuss the ways in which the fulfillment of Hindu religious rituals, provide relief from mental stress

·         Construct  the yoga techniques  to build up mental excellence

Course Content

Nature and scope of Psychology; Hindu Religion and Psychology; The mind and its function according to Hindu Philosophy; The relation of self to the mind and body;The psychology of conduct, desire, emotion etc; Theory of Karma, degrees of consciousness, sensation, pleasure and pain, mental; modification and its five kinds, yoga and Meditation; Psychological implication on moksa.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment -30%

Presentation      

10%

30 %

Case Study                            

 10 %

Assignment

05 %

Quiz 

05 %

          2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) : Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

70 %

Recommended Readings

ஞானாகுமரன், நா., (2020), இந்திய உளவியல், தூண்டி வெளியீடு, யாழ்ப்பாணம;.

Akilananda, Swami, (2008), True Psychology, Ramakrishna Vedanta Math, India.

Abhedananda Swami, (1983), Yoga Psychology, Ramakrishna Vedanta Math, India.

Baron, R.A. & Donn Byne, (1986), Social Psychology, New Delhi.

SibhaJagath, (1934), Indian Psychology, Perception, Kegan Paul, Trench, Turner & Co, Great Britain.

Course Code

HSSCH  41043

Course Title

Philosophy of Religion

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/ Optional

Core

Pre-requisite  

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To develop philosophical arguments and theories  related to religion

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Identify the aspect of philosophy of religion

·         Explore the concepts of Saiva Siddhanta

·         Evaluate the contemporary trends of Philosophy of Religion

·         Compare the contemporary thoughts in Philosophy of Religion

·         Propose appropriate solutions offered through social harmony, for the human conflicts and problems that arise in Post-colonial scenario

·         Develop their skills to face the challenges that arise in contemporary lifestyle

Course Content

Philosophy of Religion as branch of Philosophy; Definition of Philosophy of Religion; Religious beliefs and critics Existence and nature of God and creation theory of universe; Religious language and Sapthapramana of Saiva Siddhanta; The problem of Evil, Karma, Religious experience, Contemporary issues.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment-30%

Presentation      

10%

30 %

Assignment                           

 05 %

Debate

10 %

Quiz 

05 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) :Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes (Expected to answer 5 questions out of 6) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

70 %

Recommended Readings

இராமநாதன் கலைவாணி, (2019), இந்துக்களின் அறஒழுக்கவியற் செல்நெறி, ஆலயம் வெளியீட்டகம், இலங்கை.

சுப்புரெட்டியார்.நா., (1988) , தமிழ் இலக்கியங்களில் அறம்-நீதி-முறைமை, தேன்மழைப் பதிப்பகம்.

வில்லியம் லில்லி, (1964), அறவியல் ஓர் அறிமுகம், தமிழ் வெளியீட்டுக் கழகம், தமிழ்நாடு.

விக்னேஸ்வரி பவனேசன், (2014) ,விஜயநகர நாயக்கர் காலத் தமிழ் இலக்கியங்கள்புலப்படுத்தும் இந்து அறவியல் ஓர் நுண்ணாய்வு, (பிரசுரிக்கப்படாத கலாநிதிப்பட்ட ஆய்வேடு), யாழ்ப்பாணப் பல்கலைக்கழகம;.

Brian Davies, (2004), An Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion, Oxford University Press, USA.

Hick, J.h., (1978), Philosophy of Religion, Prentice Hall, New Delhi, India.

Hepburn, R.W., (1988), The Philosophy of Religion, Encyclopedia of Philosophy (ED) Parkinson, G.H.R., Routledge.

Mitchell Basil,  (1971), The Philosophy of Religion, London.

William L., Rowe, (2001), God and the Problem of Evil, Blackwell Publishers.

Yandell Keith, E., (2002), Philosophy of Religion, Routledge, London.

Course Code

HSSCH 41053

Course Title

Textual Study of Sivagnana Siddhiyar

Credit Value

03 Credits

Core/ Optional

Core

Pre-requisite   

None

Notional Hours

150 Hours

Interactive sessions Lectures and Tutorials – 45h, Library learning – 20 h, ,Group work – 10h,  E – learning -20h, Exam Preparation – 20h, In – Course Assessments Take Home assignments – 07h, Quizzes – 05h, Presentation – 20h, Summative – 3h.

Course Objective

To introduce the Textual Study of Sathanaviyal, Payaniyal in Saivagnana Siddhiyar with special reference to the development of Saiva Siddhanta

Intended Learning outcomes

·         Sketch various Saiva Siddhanta concepts reflected in Sivagnana Siddhiyar

·         Analyze the concepts of the contemporary trends of Sivagnana Siddhiyar

·         Develop skills along with the proposed concepts of Sivagnana Siddhiyar

·         Value the contribution of Arunandhi Sivacharya in the field of Saiva Siddhanta

Course Content

Life and works of Arunandhi Sivacharya Emphasis the textual study of Sathanaviyal ,Payaniyal in Sivagnana Siddhiyar and its all commentaries; Logical system of Sivagnana Siddhiyar; Emphasis the textual study of Sivagnana Siddhiyar with special interest on the following aspects;  Ultimate reality and the relationship between Saiva metaphysics and the world; Significance of Philosophical thoughts; Logical coherence among the bonds, Liberation as the ultimate goal.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, Assessment, Tutorial discussions, Individual or Group Presentations, recitation of oral questions.

Evaluation Methods

1. Formative Assessment -30%

Presentation       

10%

30 %

Assignment                            

 05 %

Group Presentation /Field Report

05 %

Quiz 

05 %

        2. Summative Assessment

Written Examination (3Hours) :Structured questions, Essay questions, Short notes(Expected to answer 05 questions out of 08) 05 Questions x 100 Marks= 500 Marks.

70 %

Recommended Readings

கந்தையா, மு. , (1987) , சிவஞானசித்தி திறவுகோல், மகாத்மா அச்சகம், ஏழாலை.

சண்முகசுந்தரமுதலியார், கோ. , (பதி.) , சிவஞானசித்தியார், அறுவர் உரை, சென்னை.

சிவஞானசித்தியார் பரபக்கம், (1971) , சைவசித்தாந்த நூற்பதிப்பு கழகம், சென்னை.

செல்வமனோகரன்.தி. , (பதி) , (2017) ,சிவஞானசித்தியார், (திருநெல்வேலி ஞானப்பிரகாச உரை) சைவவித்தியா விருத்திச் சங்கம், யாழ்ப்பாணம்.

திருவிளங்கம், மு. , (உரை) , (1971) , சிவஞானசித்தியார் சுபக்கம், கூட்டுறவுத் தமிழ் நூற்பதிப்பு விற்பனைக்கழகம், யாழ்ப்பாணம;.