Dr. Tanya Bhardwaj

Assistant Professor

Doctor of Philosophy (Amity Institute of Social sciences.)

Masters in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology (Panjab University, Chandigarh)

BA Hons. History (University of Delhi)

tanya.bhardwaj@thapar.edu

Dr. Tanya Bhardwaj is an Assistant Professor of History at Thapar School of Liberal Arts and Sciences specializing in Ancient Indian History, Culture, and the intersection of Buddhism and science. With a Ph.D. from Amity Institute of Social Sciences, a Master's in Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archaeology from Panjab University, and a B.A. (Hons.) in History from the University of Delhi, they bring a rich interdisciplinary perspective to her work. Her doctoral research, "A Study of Science Through the Eyes of Buddhism," explores the fascinating connections between Buddhist philosophy and scientific thought. Buddhism contains a spirit congenial to the scientific outlook in its naturalism, empiricism, and reliance on experiential confirmation over dogma. Core teachings like impermanence and no-self seem to resonate with relativistic physics and insights from neuroscience.Practices like mindfulness meditation are now empirically studied for effects on health and cognition, revealing overlaps between ancient Buddhist techniques and modern psychology. Dr. Tanya’s expertise spans archaeology, cultural heritage, and the dynamic relationship between religion and science. Beyond academia, she has contributed valuable insights to NGOs, applying their knowledge to real-world challenges in cultural preservation and community development. As an educator and researcher, she is committed to fostering critical thinking, promoting cross-cultural understanding, and bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and modern scientific understanding. Her aspirations include developing innovative research methodologies, creating collaborative platforms for interdisciplinary dialogue, and inspiring the next generation of scholars to think beyond traditional academic boundaries.

Original Research Paper

• Gauttam, K., & Bhardwaj, T. (2024). Striving In Struggle: The Psychosocial Impact of Poverty on Academic Motivation and Achievement in School Children. South India Journal of Social Sciences, 22 (January-June), 146–151. ISSN – 0972-8945(Print) (UGC-Care listed Journal)
• Bhardwaj, T., & Jain, V. (2023). Consciousness and the Self: Bridging the Gap Between Buddhist Philosophy and Neuroscience. Journal of the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, 56(1). ISSN - 0025-0422(Print) (UGC-Care listed Journal)
• Bhardwaj, T., & Jain, V. (2023). Food, Identity, and Belief: A Comparative Study of Vegetarianism in Jainism and Buddhism. Education and Society, 46(7 (July- September)), 187–192. ISSN- 2278-6864 (UGC- Care listed Journal)
• Bhardwaj, T., & Jain, V. (2023). Psychological Impact of Covid-19 And Prevention Strategies: A Buddhist Solution. Journal of Pharmaceutical and Negative Results, 14(2), 351–358. ISSN - 2229-7723, Impact factor- 5.22 (Scopus Indexed) DOI:10.47750/pnr.2023.14.02.46
• Bhardwaj, T., & Jain, V. (2023). Unveiling the Synergy: A Psychological Study on Exploring the Integration of Buddhism and Artificial Intelligence for Human Flourishing. Journal for ReAttach Therapy and Developmental Diversities, 6(10), 129–137. ISSN - 2589-7799, Impact factor-6. (Scopus Indexed) https://jrtdd.com/index.php/journal/article/view/1327
• Bhardwaj, T., & Jain, V. (2023). Exploring the phenomenological experience of young adults’ motivation to mitigate stress through mindful meditation: an analytical study. Journal of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology, Head, and Neck Surgery., 27(1), 1782–1790. ISSN: 1001-1781, Impact factor-7.8 (Scopus Indexed) https://www.lcebyhkzz.cn/article/view/2023/1781.php
• Bhardwaj, T., & Jain, V. (2021). Psychological Wellbeing Through Buddhism. International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education (INT-JECSE), 14(4), 63–87. ISSN- 1308-5581 Impact Factor-5.71(Scopus Indexed) DOI: 10.9756/INTJECSE/V14I7.5
• Bhardwaj, T., & Jain, V. (2021). Buddhism: Conquering the Concept of Death and Dying. Purakala. ISSN: 0971-2143. (UGC- Care listed Journal)

Book Chapter

• Bhardwaj, T. (2024). Quantitative Social Science Research with Machine Learning Algorithms: Opportunities, Challenges, and Best Practices. In Research Methodology on Quantitative Methods and Social Studies. P.G. and Research Department of History, Kamaraj College.
• Bhardwaj, T. (2023). British Conquest of India: Colonial and Imperial Rule. In Senior Secondary History Textbook. The Board of Open Schooling and Skill Education, Sikkim.
• Bhardwaj, T. (2023). The Great Mauryan Empire. In Senior Secondary History Textbook. The Board of Open Schooling and Skill Education, Sikkim.

Conferences/Proceedings

• Bhardwaj, T., & Jain, V. (2024, May 3). Compassionate Intelligence: Integrating Buddhist Values, Knowledge, and AI for Sustainable Development. Entrepreneurship and Business Sustainability. BHUTAN 5th International Conference 2024 on “Entrepreneurship and Business Sustainability,” Bhutan.
• Bhardwaj, T., & Jain, V. (2023, January 19). "Young Adults Motivation to Manage Stress Life: A Phenomenological Analysis of the Effects of Mindful Meditation. Global Business Strategies for Sustainability. International Conference on Global Business Strategies for Sustainability, Amity University Noida .
• Bhardwaj, T., & Jain, V. (2022, September 3). Buddhist Moral Principles & Ethics for Health-Care Providers. WRFASE International Conference on Nursing Ethics and Medical Ethics. WRFASE International Conference on Nursing Ethics and Medical Ethics, Ranchi.
• Bhardwaj, T., & Jain, V. (2022, March). Understanding Death Through Buddhism. The Relevance of Buddhism in the Contemporary World. the International Conference on the Relevance of Buddhism in the Contemporary World., Delhi University.

Associations

• Indian History Congress
• Indus International Research foundation