Ph.D. in Sanskrit Sarvadarshana is a specialized research program that focuses on the study of India's numerous philosophical systems (Darshanas) as articulated in Sanskrit literature. The term "Sarvadarshana" refers to a thorough examination of the six great systems of Indian philosophy: Nyaya (Logic), Vaisheshika (Atomism), Samkhya (Enumeration), Yoga, Mimamsa (Ritual Exegesis), and Vedanta. The study normally lasts 3-5 years and includes a thorough examination of primary texts, commentaries, and comparative philosophical analysis. Students conduct original study into the evolution, links, and influence of various schools of Indian thought. Graduates work in academia, research, or as scholars of philosophy, Sanskrit literature, and cultural studies. Admission often needs a Master's degree in Sanskrit, philosophy, or a similar discipline with an emphasis on Indian philosophy.
