Indian Knowledge Systems: Rediscovering The Past And Shaping The Future

Dr. Jyoti Verma is an accomplished teacher educator with over a decade of experience in teacher education. She holds a Ph.D. in Education from Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, and qualified for UGC-NET with JRF in 2010. Serving as an Assistant Professor at the same university since 2019, she has taken on key administrative roles and contributed to various institutional initiatives. Dr. Verma has published more than 25 research papers, 02 edited books, 14 book chapters, 4 self-learning materials, and a coffee table book. She has presented her work at numerous national and international forums and organized over 25 academic events in collaboration with prominent institutions such as ICSSR, NABARD, IITs, and international research groups. Her excellence in teaching and research has been recognized with numerous accolades, including the Best Teacher Award, Best Young Faculty Award, Best Higher Education Teacher Award, and Best Paper Presentation Award from reputed Indian organizations. Beyond her institutional responsibilities, Dr. Jyoti Verma actively contributes as a resource person and external expert for various universities, driven by a strong commitment to applying her professional knowledge for the greater good of society.

Kalpana Priya is an innovative educator and researcher in the field of education, currently she is research scholar at Department of Education, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. She earned her M.Ed. (First class with distinction) from the Regional Institute of Education, Bhubaneswar (NCERT), a B.Ed. from Loyola College of Education, and a B.Sc. in Mathematics (Honors) from Karim City College. She qualified NFOBC-NET (Education) and CTET educator; she has published research in the various National and International Journal and authored book chapters focused on art integration and skill development in education. She has presented her research work on art-integrated pedagogy, problem solving skills, and educational innovation at numerous national and international conferences and seminars, including events organized by the IIT Gandhinagar, Indian Institute of Teacher Education, Gandhinagar and NCERT. She has contributed to key academic projects such as conceptual science activities for Odisha schools and has been recognized for excellence in e-content development and faculty development. She actively participates in various faculty development programs and workshops reflecting her commitment to continuous professional growth, resourcefulness, and fostering creativity among educators and learners.

Prof. Chandrashekhar Vazalwar is a distinguished academician and educationist with over 40 years of teaching experience and more than a decade as a Professor. Currently serving as Professor in Department of Education at Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. He holds advanced degrees in English and Education, including a Ph.D. from the same university. His academic interests lie in Teacher Education, Educational Administration, and English Methodology. He has received notable recognitions, including the NCERT Award and the Research Link Award. A prolific scholar, Prof. Vazalwar has over 50 research publications and 20+ book chapters to his credit and has supervised multiple Ph.D. and M.Phil. Scholars. He has held significant administrative roles such as Chairperson of WRC-NCTE, OSD (Admin), Internal Audit Officer, Dean and Head of the Department, and has been instrumental in organizing more than 50 academic events. A respected resource person and active member of professional bodies like AIAER and the Council for Teacher Education, he continues to contribute meaningfully to the field of education.