Abstract
A prominent figure in Indian philosophy, Prof. K. Satchidananda Murty was well-known for his extensive study of Buddhist philosophy, Advaita Vedanta, and India's rich philosophical and cultural legacy. He was born in Sangam Jagarlamudi, Andhra Pradesh, in 1924. He later served in important academic positions both domestically and overseas, including as Vice Chancellor of Sri Venkateswara University. His publications about Indian philosophy, society, and religion—especially Vedanta—contain a perceptive and enlightening critique, making him the most thought-provoking philosopher of our time. Four Indian universities, including Benaras Sanskrit University have conferred on him Hon. D.Lit., apart from Wittenberg University in Germany, Sotia University of Bulgaria, Russian Academy of Sciences, and People’s University of China. Murty’s approach often challenged dominant narratives, offering inclusive, humanistic interpretations of Indian philosophy. In this paper we will overview the major components of his philosophy and see the relevance.
Keywords: Indian Philosophy, Current Trends, Philosophy in India, Socio-political philosophy.
Note: Delivered in ICPR International Seminar on "Exploring the Philosophical Legacy of Prof. K. Satchidananda Murty organized by the Department of Philosophy and Religion, Andhra University, Vishakhapatnam held on September 24-26, 2025.
