Faculty of Buddhist Studies of NIIBS was established in 2020 with the sole intention of posturing the major Classical Traditions of Buddhism - Theravada, Mahayana and Vajrayana worldwide.
“Applied Buddhism” can involve to applying the Buddhist teachings in to our day today life, covering aspects such as physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being, as well as philosophical, bioethical, financial, and modern scientific aspects.
It encompasses teachings from the three major traditions of Buddhist thoughts – Theravada, Mahayana, and Tantrayana (Tibetan) traditions. In addition to philosophical and psychological aspects, emphasis is also placed on traditional cultural and social aspects of Buddhism.
“Applied Buddhism” also explores Buddhist contributions to modern science, health, and well-being, particularly focusing on the role of Buddhist meditational practices in maintaining mental and spiritual health. Buddhist Meditational practices are given prime importance for the prevention of mental illnesses and recommended for incorporating these practices into regular psychotherapy and also in the primary and secondary school curriculum as a part of primordial prevention.
The Department of Applied Buddhism aims to teach the Buddhism within the context of modern developments. The department’s programmes are covering various disciplines such as economics, management, health, hygiene, jurisprudence, psychology, as well as basic knowledge of Buddhist history, philosophy, and literature.