TIME AND SPACE IN INDIAN PHILOSOPHY AND ANCIENT SANSKRIT TEXTS

This paper explores the profound concepts of time and space articulated in Indian philosophy, highlighting their diverse and intricate dimensions. Time and space are presented not merely as physical dimensions but as fundamental experiences interconnected with every aspect of creation. The study delves into time and space's qualitative and quantitative features, emphasizing their relative nature across different cosmic locations. Indian philosophy's cyclic notion of time, contrasted with the linear perspective prevalent in Western thought, is discussed in depth, alongside the ancient Indian advancements in measuring these dimensions. The paper also identifies significant research gaps, including the underexplored connections between ancient Indian metaphysical ideas and modern scientific theories, the comparative study of time and space in other Eastern and Islamic traditions, and the need for interdisciplinary approaches. The conclusion underscores the importance of integrating these ancient concepts with contemporary scientific and philosophical discourse, aiming to enhance our understanding of time and space within a broader, more nuanced framework.