Objectives of WAHA

WAHA has been established with a clear and comprehensive set of objectives aimed at advancing Hindu scholarship and strengthening the global academic portrayal of Hindu civilization.

Core Objectives:

• Promoting Authentic Hindu Scholarship
  Encouraging rigorous research that reflects the true essence of Hindu traditions, scriptures, and historical narratives, while pioneering new academic frontiers.

• Correcting Misrepresentation
  Advocating for the faithful and accurate portrayal of Hindu philosophy, history, and culture within global educational institutions, countering distortions and biases.

• Strengthening Academic Networks
  Building a robust, collaborative global network of Hindu academicians to share ideas, research, data, and resources, thereby shaping intellectual discourse worldwide.

• Countering Discrimination
  Providing support to Hindu academicians facing workplace bias, facilitating information-sharing on discriminatory practices, and developing strategies to effectively deter such actions.

• Mentoring Emerging Scholars
  Guiding young Hindu researchers and academicians through mentorship programs, funding opportunities, collaborative research initiatives, and career counseling to nurture future academic leadership.

• Research and Publication
  Supporting research projects, conferences, seminars, and scholarly publications focused on Hindu scriptures, history, sciences, philosophy, and cultural heritage.

• Support to Institutions
  Collaborating with universities, traditional gurukuls, research centers, and spiritual organizations to develop academic content, courses, and curricula based on Dharmic values.

Visionary Goals:

• Intellectual Renaissance of Sanatana Dharma
  Reviving and promoting Hindu intellectual traditions by harmonizing ancient Vedic wisdom with modern academic frameworks, inspiring a new era of scholarship.

• Global Networking of Hindu Academicians
  Connecting Hindu scholars, researchers, and educators across the world to foster collaboration, solidarity, and innovation.

• De-colonization of Indian Academia
  Challenging colonial-era distortions and restoring pride in Bharatiya knowledge systems that have been marginalized in mainstream academia.

• Youth Engagement
  Actively encouraging young Hindu scholars and students to embrace their heritage and pursue academic careers in Indic studies, ensuring continuity and leadership in the field.

• Reclaiming Forgotten Knowledge
  Revitalizing unexplored or forgotten areas of Hindu knowledge traditions, fostering research, and leading new academic frontiers grounded in Sanatana Dharma.