Jharkhand Philosophical Forum
Philosophy Beyond Books
The Jharkhand Philosophical Forum (JPF) is a student-centred and public-oriented intellectual platform committed to bringing philosophy into lived experience. Drawing upon Indian philosophical traditions, indigenous and Adivasi knowledge systems, and contemporary critical thought, the Forum promotes dialogue, reflection, and ethical engagement beyond the classroom.
In alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, JPF recognizes the Indian Knowledge System (IKS)as a vital foundation of higher education. The Forum supports NEP 2020’s vision of integrating India’s rich intellectual heritage with modern education to foster critical thinking, multidisciplinary learning, ethical values, and cultural rootedness. By engaging with classical Darśanas, local epistemologies, oral traditions, and community knowledge, JPF seeks to reconnect education with India’s civilizational wisdom and social realities.
Rooted in Jharkhand and open to diverse voices, the Forum invites students, educators, researchers, and the wider public to participate in meaningful philosophical inquiry that nurtures rationality, inclusivity, and social responsibility.