🧩 UGC NET Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian and Peace Studies Mock Tests – December 2025
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📘 UGC NET Syllabus – Buddhist, Jaina, Gandhian and Peace Studies (December Cycle)
The UGC NET syllabus in this interdisciplinary subject focuses on philosophical traditions, moral values, socio-political ideas, and peacebuilding approaches derived from Buddhist, Jaina, and Gandhian thought. Below is a structured overview of the syllabus for Paper II.
Unit 1: Fundamentals of Indian Philosophical Traditions
- Origin and Development of Indian Philosophical Systems
- Distinction between Āstika and Nāstika Schools
- Concepts of Dharma, Karma, and Moksha
- Ethical and Spiritual Ideals in Indian Thought
Unit 2: Buddhist Philosophy and Literature
- Life and Teachings of Gautama Buddha
- Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path
- Concepts of Anatta, Anicca, Pratītyasamutpāda, and Śūnyatā
- Major Buddhist Schools: Theravāda, Mahāyāna, and Vajrayāna
- Canonical Texts: Tripiṭaka and their Significance
- Spread of Buddhism in Asia and its Cultural Impact
Unit 3: Jaina Philosophy and Literature
- Life and Teachings of Tīrthankaras, with focus on Mahāvīra
- Concepts of Anekāntavāda, Syādvāda, and Naya-vāda
- Karma Theory and the Path of Liberation
- Ethics and Discipline in Jainism
- Canonical Texts and Jaina Contribution to Indian Culture
Unit 4: Gandhian Philosophy and Thought
- Life and Intellectual Evolution of Mahatma Gandhi
- Core Concepts: Truth (Satya), Non-violence (Ahimsa), Satyagraha, and Sarvodaya
- Trusteeship, Self-reliance, and Rural Reconstruction
- Gandhian Approach to Politics, Education, and Economy
- Relevance of Gandhian Thought in Contemporary World
Unit 5: Peace and Conflict Studies
- Definition, Nature, and Dimensions of Peace
- Theories and Approaches to Conflict Resolution
- Role of Dialogue, Negotiation, and Reconciliation
- Non-violent Movements in India and the World
- United Nations and Global Peace Efforts
Unit 6: Comparative Studies
- Similarities and Differences among Buddhist, Jaina, and Gandhian Ethics
- Concepts of Ahimsa and Compassion in Comparative Perspective
- Non-violence as a Path to Social Harmony and Global Order
- Philosophical Contributions to Environmental and Gender Ethics
Unit 7: Contemporary Relevance and Applications
- Peacebuilding through Education and Dialogue
- Role of Faith, Tolerance, and Pluralism in Modern Society
- Application of Gandhian and Buddhist Values in Sustainable Development
- Interfaith Understanding and Global Citizenship
Unit 8: Research Methodology in Peace Studies
- Research Approaches in Philosophy and Religion
- Qualitative and Historical Methods
- Textual Analysis and Hermeneutics
- Field Research in Peace and Conflict Studies
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