CHAPTER 7

BUDDHIST STUDIES

Doctoral Theses

050. DO VAN CUUNGAnalytical Study of the Theory of Two Truths (Paramattha-Saccaand Sammuti-Sacca) in the History of Buddhist Thought.Supervisors : Prof. K. T. S. Sarao and Dr. R. R. SinghalTh 18823

Abstract

Focuses on the analysis of the theory of two truths, theconventional truth and the ultimate truth, which is the mainsubject of discussion in all systems of Buddhist thoughtthroughout the history.

Contents

1. Introduction. 2. Interpretation of terminology. 3. The earliestBuddhist teaching of the two truths. 4. The two truths in earlyBuddhist schools. 5. The two truths in Mahayana Buddhism. 6.Later development of the theory of two truths in China. 7.Conclusion. 8. Bibliography.

051. DUONG THI THANH HUONGAnalytical Study of the Concept of Anusaya in Early Buddhismwith Special Reference to Freudian Psychology.Supervisor : Dr. Subhra Barua PavagadhiTh 19085

Abstract

Studies anusaya analytically and intensively, its nature, itsposition, its conditions, its impact and the methods to eradicateanusaya.

Contents

1. General survey of Buddhist Psychology and Freudian

35Psychology. 2. Concept of Anusaya as reflected in the Sutta texts.3. The concept of Anusaya as relected in the Abhidhamma texts.4. Eradication of Anusaya. 5. A special reference to thefundamental concepts of Freudian Psychology. Conclusion andbibliography.

052. JHA (Minni) NEE MINNI MISHRAStudy of Svabhava in Madhyamaka System with SpecialReference to the Doctrine of Pratityasamutpada.Supervisors : Dr. I. N. Singh and Dr. P. K. PandaTh 18822

Abstract

The aim is not to get divulged in any religious of spiritualjourney rather explore what could have been the mind set duringthe evolvement of Buddhism in general and Madhyamaka inspecific. The early Buddhism to later Buddhism, irrespective ofany country, region of culture, the theory of Karma have beengiven utmost importance and how it affects the entire humanlife.

Contents

1. General introduction. 2. The meaning of causality in differentschools of Indian philosphy. 3. The description of svabhava inmulamadhyamakakarika. 4. The madhyamaka understandingsunyata as pratityasamutpada.5. The interpretation of svabhavain madhyamaka school. 6. Conclusion. 7. Bibliography.

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054. MYOUNGJU WOOB. R. Ambedkar's Interpretation of Buddhism and the Politicsof Neo-Buddhism.Supervisors : Prof. K. T. S. Sarao and Prof. Sushma YadavTh 18824

Abstract

Ambedkar's works are largely based on texts of the Theravadatradition, translated into English by Westerners. Majority of thescholars agree that the 'rationale of conversion was psychologicaland the benefits have been (largely) psychological'. TheNeo-Buddhists have shed their inferiority complex, acquire anew consciousness and culture identity. The socio-economicposition of the majority of the neo-Buddhist remains more ofless the same. For the Mahars or Maharashtra residing inrural areas they simply seem to have exchanged one label forthe another. They are now taken to be untouchable Buddhist.After Ambedkar's demise in 1956 the new Buddhist communitywas left without leadership, intellectual as well as political, and

37soon the Neo-Buddhist tended to become another untouchablecaste especially in rural areas of Maharashtra. Buddhistrevival movement in Maharashtra has definiteky lost vitalityand vigour. The major problem affecting this is poverty. Lack ofleadership from the Bhikkhus as well as lay community of lackof strong religoius cadre with vision and missionary zeal, lackof books in vernacular language and political fragmentation.

Contents

1. Introduction. 2. Background to B.R.Ambedkar's conversion toBuddhism. 3. B.R.Ambedkar's thoughts. 4. Ambedkar'sinterpretation of core Buddhist doctrines. 5. The policies ofneo-Buddhism. 6. Conclusion and overview. 7. Bibliography.

055. NGO THI TAMPerfect Thought (Prajnaparamita) and the Great Compassion(Mahakaruna) as Refelected in the Vajracchedika : AnAnlitical Study.Supervisors : Prof. Bhikshu Satyapala and Dr. Rajni N. MathewTh 18825

Abstract

Discusses the system wisdom thought, the structure thatrelates the Perfect wisdom (Prajnaparamita) of the Buddha thatachievement from individual and save others. Finds that thetrue dharmas, and the original from time to time; generationto generation. Deals with the intresting facts that the Pathsand the Vows were made eand copleted finally and when practicedsuccessfully it not only bring peace to oneself but also the happydeeds benefit others, Universe Bodhisattvas. Explains that,wisdom and compassion are inextricably linked. Surveys thatbasis ideal on the whole Sutra and realizes it as for logicMethodology in the Vajracchdika Sutra which the Sutra alwayshas words state as A is not A, therefore A is A. The realisationof affirmation and bnegation; attainment and non-attainmentor unity of goals; the unity of key concepts and discussion onthem; fixing of the teachings on this Diamond Sutra in all Sutrasboth Thereveda and Mahayana Buddhism such as all ways inthe Buddha ways, or all practice in the one meaning for Humanmind as well as for Universe.

Contents

1. Introduction. 2. Reflected the systematic wisdom thought of

38mahayana Buddhism. 3. Reflected the great compassion path(mahakaruna) of Bodhisattvas in the vajracchedika sutra. 4.Reflected the great vows of Bodhisattvas in the vajracchedikasutra. 5. The unity of the perfect thought and the great compas-sion in the vajraccheika sutra. 6. Commentary wisdom andcompassion path of bodhisattvas in the vajracchedika sutra. 7.Conclusion. 8. Bibliography.

056. NGUYEN THI KIEU DIEMRole of Animals in Indian Buddhism with Special Referencesto the Jatakas.Supervisors : Prof. K. T. S. Sarao and Dr. Shalini SinghalTh 18821

Abstract

Attempts to discuss the role of animals in Buddhism. It goeswithout saying that Buddhism pays direct attention to the roleand importance of animals in the world dominated by men. Theresearch work consist of mainly description and analysis basedon the Panca Nikayas, special refernce to the Jatakas.

Contents

1. Introduction. 2. Animals versus humans : A Buddhistperspective. 3. Animal characters in the jatakas. 4. Animals,Buddhism-nature and jatakas. 5. The spirit of kindness toanimals. 6. Conclusion. 7. Bibliography.

057. PHUNG THANH VUCritical Evaluation of the Nature of Vietnamese BuddhismUnder the LY and Tran Dynasties.Supervisor : Dr. Shalini SinghalTh 18820

Abstract

Attempts to discuss the growth and developmnet of theVietnamese Buddism. Buddhism has gone side by side withVietnamese people for amongst two thousand years of history.Both have joined with each other in creating what is calledVietnamese culture and literature. They cannopt be seperatedfrom each other. Therefore, to understand Vietnamese cultureone should understand Vietnamese Buddhism.

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1. Introduction. 2. Some period of prosperity for Buddhism. 3.Critical evaluation of the Buddhism under the ly dynasty(1010-1225 A.D.). 4. Critical evaluation of the Buddhism underthe tran dynasty (1225-1403 A.D.). 5. Some eminent monks ofthe ly and trans dynasties. 6. Conclusion. 7. Bibliography.

058. TRUONG THI PHUONG LINHBuddhist Atttitude Towards the Elderly and the Needy : ASociological Study.Supervisors : Prof. K. T. S. Sarao and Prof. Anita SharmaTh 18819

Abstract

Deals with Buddhist perception of old age, suffering and need.An attempt has been made to show that Buddhism sees thesamsara as suffering and everyything as impermanent. Showsthat as one grows old, various kinds of psychological and physicaltake place in a human being. Attempt to define the terms the'needy' and 'elderly' as well the implications of the terms in thelight of the present subject. An attempt has also been made tobring home the point that without a helping hand such peoplemight find it very difficult or even impossible to live withdignity and self-respect. Also deals with aspects of sociallyengaged Buddhism and socially engaged Buddhist organisationsin the modern globalizing society.

Contents

1. Introduction. 2. The Buddhist perception of old age, sufferingand needy. 3. Who are the elderly and the needy and what needsto be done fo them. 4. Buddhist attitude towards the elderly andthe needy. 5. Engaged Buddhism with special reference to theelderly and the needy. 6. Conclusions. 7. Bibliography.

M.Phil Dissertations

059. BHARTIHistorical and Archaeological Study of the Biography ofSakyamuni Buddha.Supervisor : Prof. K. T. S. Sarao

40060. DEEPAK RANJAN

Material Milieu to Sixth Century BCE and Emergence ofBuddhism in India.Supervisor : Prof. K. T. S. Sarao

061. GYAN VEERRelevance of Buddhism in Contemporary Globalizing World.Supervisor : Dr. S. B. Pavagadhi

062. KALPNANirvana and Moksa : A Comparative Study.Supervisor : Prof. Bhikshu Satyapala

063. LE THI BICH HIEPRole of Socially Engaged Buddhism in Societal Development.Supervisor : Prof. K. T. S. Sarao

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065. NILZA WANGMOIntroduction and Development of Buddhism in Ladakh.Supervisor : Prof. K. T. S. Sarao

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067. SUNIL KUMARPanacea of Euthanasia in Buddhism.Supervisors : Dr. R. K. Rana and Dr. A. K. Singh

068. TON NGOC HUNGMeditation in T'Ient' AI Tradition with Special Reference toMoho Chihkuan.Supervisor : Dr. R. K. Rana