The Indian Knowledge System (IKS) is a vast and diverse repository of wisdom, encompassing a wide range of disciplines that have developed over millennia. Rooted in the unique cultural, philosophical, and intellectual traditions of India, IKS offers a holistic approach to understanding the world, integrating spiritual, intellectual, and practical knowledge. This book aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the critical components of Indian Knowledge Systems, exploring their historical development, underlying principles, and contemporary relevance. Contents Preface 1. Introduction to the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) 2. Definitions of IKS 3. Objectives of IKS 4. Historical Overviews of Indian Education and Educational Institutions 5. Six Theist Systems in India 6. Three Atheist Systems 7. Introduction to Classical Languages in India 8. Introduction to Ancient Indian Art: Music and Drama 9. Introduction to Ancient Indian Architecture: Temples and Town Planning 10. Indian Philosophical Thoughts on Social Institutions 11. Introduction to Bharatiya Arthashastra and Nitishastra 12. Historical Development of Mathematics and Astronomy in India 13. Health and Medicinal Practices in Ancient India 14. Innovations in Metallurgy and Material Science in Ancient India 15. Ancient Indian Agricultural Practices Bibliography on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)