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1 BANARAS HINDU UNIVERSITY Centenary Year International BHU Alumni Meet (IBAM-2015) & Seminar on "Science & Religion: Mahamana's Vision" 23-24,November 2015 Organized by : Alumni Cell, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi

2 International BHU Alumni Meet (IBAM 2015) & Seminar Banaras Hindu University is a tribute to the vast vision, indomitable spirit and unflagging zeal of our founding father Mahamana Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya Ji. It is a monument to his selfless service in the cause of Indian education. A great patriot, an eminent educationist, a silvertongued orator, an eminent lawyer, a social reformer, a torch-bearer of the downtrodden, and above all a great nation builder, Malaviyaji lived for us and the future generations. His vision is embedded in the unique architectural layout of BHU, a magnificent silhouette against the Gangetic sky at dawn with gothic pillars. Mahamana dreamt of creating an ideal scheme of education which would serve the cause of nation building, rise above narrow sectarian interests, combine the best in western scientific methods with all that is good and great in Indian culture and promote a broad liberation of mind and religious spirit. Every student who passes through the portals of this great institution carries these seeds of the timeless vision of Mahamana with him/her. Our alumni had over the years ardently desired a common platform where they could come together, renew links with their alma mater and reflect on how they can best spread the lofty ideals of Mahamana. Several Alumni Meets (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2012) have been organised at BHU. The vision of Alumni Meet has been to engage and encourage alumni to stay connected to their alma mater, spread its vision and contribute to its success. Our alumni are the ambassadors of BHU and are dedicated to the welfare of the university, the preservation of traditions of excellence in education and service, and human advancement with a zeal to serve the nation and the global community. International Seminar Science and Religion : Mahamana's Vision" Concept Note Science and religion or spirituality seem to traverse separate spheres. While science experiments with matter, spirituality experiments with the individual person, the self. The entire attempt of science rests with matter, whereas the entire endeavour of spirituality is with the individual. Science aims to bring the matter to where truth is unravelled, spirituality posits the individual to a state where he/she can be able to see the Truth. Apparently, science does not necessarily aim to transform the individual; it believes that as the man is, truth can be known and can be had in its unchanged state. Science believes if we understand matter, we can discover truth. Spirituality emphasizes if the individual transforms himself/herself, he/she will experience truth. Quest for science is quest for matter, quest for spirituality is quest for conscience. At a deeper level, with the spiritual evolution of mankind, a new awakening emerges that science and spirituality are complementary; there is sharing and coordination between the two. Sages like S. Radhakrishnan have understood the ultimate reality that the world is an ordered whole, with an unbroken continuity, a complete unity from the changes in the atom to the movements of history.

3 International BHU Alumni Meet (IBAM 2015) & Seminar Nature is one large whole constituted with matter, life, mind and value which intermingle and coexist. The atom and its surroundings, the organism and its environment, the self and not-self, the individual and society are expressions of a unity which they yearn to seek. Thus, in existence and experience science and religion are informed by the same unity. Albert Einstein, who understood this mystery behind the existence and experience, believed, religion consists of a humble admiration of the illimitable superior spirit who reveals itself in the slight details we are able to perceive with our frail and feeble minds. That deeply emotional conviction of the presence of a superior reasoning power, which is revealed in the incomprehensible universe, is God. The visionary founder of the Banaras Hindu University Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya brought about this amalgamation of science and spirituality in his creation of the university, thus becoming the harbinger of the futuristic education in the country. He believed that there is a need for sensitive spiritual heart along with a rational reasoning scientific mind. Heart and mind both are essential for human beings; similarly, spiritual conscience requires scientific temper. If human conscience is enriched and enlightened, scientific discoveries will have human face and will work for the good of mankind. Similarly, endowed with scientific temper, spiritual quest will be free from all biases and superstitions. Science thus, contributes to spiritualization of our understanding of life. The seminar sub-themes may include: 1. Conceptual Considerations 2. Sage Scientist and Scientist Sage 3. Questing Spirit 4. Science, Religion and Sustainability 5. Creativity, Religion and Technology 6. Religion and Innovations in Science 7. Science and Religion Invent Tomorrow 8. Science, Religion and Humanism 9. Science and Religion: Towards the Absolute 10. Science, Religion & Futuristic Education

4 International BHU Alumni Meet (IBAM 2015) & Seminar Swatantrata Bhawan Complex of BHU will be the venue of the IBAM 2015 and Seminar on Science & Religion : Mahamana's Vision". Registration Fee: Delegates from India Delegates from overseas : ` 1000/= per person : US $ 250/= per person The accompanying persons are expected to register with the same fee separately. The registration fee covers the registration kit, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mode of Payment: Demand Draft / Crossed cheque / Bank Transfer in favour of ' Alumni Cell', payable at Varanasi. Details for online payment: Beneficiary: Alumni Cell Beneficiary Bank: State Bank of India, BHU Branch Account Name: Alumni Cell Account no: IFS Code: SBIN Swift code: SBININBB501 Address: Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi , India Message: participant s name, address and Alumni Cell (IBAM 2015) to be mentioned. The duly filled - in registration form along with the demand draft /Crossed cheque should be sent to the Alumni Cell, First Floor, Central Office, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi , India. Arrangements have also been made to accept cash payment at the office of Alumni Cell for the convenience of our delegates. The Registration is open with immediate effect. Accommodation Types of Accommodation: Limited accommodation is available through the Alumni Cell in the Guest Houses, Hostels and Dharmshalas. In order to avail of this facility, please tick your preference in the Registration Form. Our alumni may also explore the possibility of staying with their friends on the University Campus. Delegates are requested to book hotel accommodation by themselves, if desired. Accommodation Charges: Registration fee does not cover accommodation. Accordingly, delegates are requested to pay Rs. 2000/-(Cheque/DD in favour of 'Alumni Cell' ) in advance if the booking has to be made through the Alumni Cell. Deadlines: Submission of abstract with full paper : 30th October, 2015 (on ibam0521@gmail.com) Note: Submission of paper is not a pre-requisite for the participation in the Meet. BHU alumni who do not present a paper/talk are also most welcome and invited to the Meet and Seminar. For Abstract/Paper publication registration details must be given along with the soft & the hard copy being sent to Alumni Cell. Format for sending Abstracts: Abstract of paper in duplicate should carry the title of the paper, names of authors & addresses, and the salient feature of the paper in approximately 500 words. Name of the author presenting the paper should be underlined. A soft copy of full paper with abstract in English (Times New Roman, font size 12) & Hindi (Kruti Dev 10,font size 14 ) should also be sent by at, ibam0521@gmail.com and post.

5 Organizing Committee Chief Patron Prof. G.C. Tripathi Vice-Chancellor, Banaras Hindu University Chairperson Prof. Sushila Singh Chairperson, Alumni Cell Members Director, Institute of Agricultural Sciences Director, Institute of Environment & Sustainable Development Director, Institute of Medical Sciences Director, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Principal, Mahila Maha Vidyalaya Dean, Faculty of Ag. Sciences Dean, Faculty of Arts Dean, Faculty of Ayurveda Dean, Faculty of Commerce Dean, Faculty of Dental Sciences Dean, Faculty of Education Dean, Faculty of Law Dean, Faculty of Environment & Sustainable Development Dean, Faculty of Management Studies Dean, Faculty of Modern Medicine Dean, Faculty of Performing Arts Dean, Faculty of Science Dean, Faculty of Social Science Dean, Faculty of SVDV Dean, Faculty of Visual Arts Dean of Students OSD, RGSC, Barkachha Registrar Chief Proctor Finance Officer Principals of Affiliated Colleges Principals of Schools Organizing Secretary Prof. S.B. Agrawal Joint Organizing Secretaries Prof. Alok Kumar Rai Prof. Kavita Shah Prof. Sunil Kumar Singh Dr. S.P. Singh Treasurer Prof. B.K. Singh

6 Appeal It is our mission to reach out to the maximum number of our alumni all over the world. For this purpose, we request our alumni to share with us the latest contact details of other alumni available with them and update them about the developments in BHU and also seek their suggestions and support in making your Alma Mater as one of the premier Universities in the world. Your generous help has enabled the Alumni Cell to take up as many alumni-related activities as possible from time to time. We request you for your generous contributions by Demand Draft/Crossed Cheque in favour of Alumni Cell payable at Varanasi. As always your support and cooperation will go a long way in strengthening and supporting the vision of Alumni Cell for expanding Alumni-Alma Mater interaction. Those who seek Tax Exemption should send their contributions in favour of 'Registrar, BHU' superscribing on the back of Demand Draft/Cheque that the amount is meant for the Alumni Cell. Contact: Prof. S.B. Agrawal Organizing Secretary International BHU Alumni Meet (IBAM-2015) & Seminar on "Science & Religion: Mahamana's Vision" Alumni Cell, Central Office, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi Telephone: , Mobile: , alumni.bhu@gmail.com

7 Registration Form International BHU Alumni Meet (IBAM-2015) & Seminar on "Science & Religion: Mahamana's Vision" 23-24,November 2015 Centenary Year Name Date of birth Male Female Affiliation with BHU Degree Year of Award Department/Faculty Graduation Post Graduation PhD Any Other Present Occupation (please give full details) Mailing Address Mobile No. Fax Details of accompanying persons (if any) Tel. No. Name Age Sex (Accompanying persons have to be registered separately) Accommodation required If yes, for persons (please specify number) (Please note that only limited accommodation is available in the University Campus and Dharmashalas. Delegates are requested kindly to book hotel accommodation at their own if desired.* Details of Registration Fee: Delegates from India Overseas Delegates Cheque/Draft No. Name and address of the issuing Bank Online Transfer Details (Registration Fee and all donations should be sent in favour of Alumni Cell) Male Male Yes Female Female ` 1000/- per person) $ 250/- per person)) Dated No Date * Charges as per actual rate should be paid by the delegates in additional to the Registration Fee Please send the completed form with DD/Crossed Cheque payable at Varanasi to Coordinator, Alumni Cell, Central Office, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi , India. Contact: , alumni.bhu@gmail.com Signature IBAM 2015