Faculty of Peace Studies at MIT WPU
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What is the vision of MIT-WPU according to Prof. Dr. Vishwanath D. Karad?

  • Establishing peace in society through value-based universal education system (correct)
  • Prioritizing research and innovation for global excellence
  • Focusing on technological advancements for societal development
  • Promoting economic growth through industry-academia partnerships

    • What is the main focus of MIT-WPU's curriculum, as mentioned in the text?

  • Specialization in technology and industry collaboration
  • Reason, rationality, humanism, and peace component (correct)
  • Emphasis on traditional educational practices
  • Integration of arts and humanities with science

    • Which branch of Vedas is briefly accounted for in the study material?

  • Samaveda
  • Rigveda (correct)
  • Atharvaveda
  • Yajurveda

    • What is the overarching theme added to the credit system at MIT-WPU?

    <p>Peace component and yoga practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Mr. Rahul V. Karad, what does MIT-WPU aim to become?

    <p>'A world class space of intellectual excellence'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'Shruti' in relation to the Vedas?

    <p>Oral tradition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with the codification of the single Vedic compendium into four Vedas?

    <p>Krishna Dwaipayana Vyasa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'apocryphal' (apaurusheya) mean in relation to the Vedas?

    <p>Divinely inspired</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Guru Purnima in relation to Veda Vyasa?

    <p>Celebration on his birth day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Vyāsa's disciples play in the compilation of the Vedas?

    <p>Assisted in compiling different Vedas</p> Signup and view all the answers

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