
Bringing India’s Civilisational Wisdom to the Modern Reader
Sahana Singh is an author, commentator, and public speaker known for her deep research and evocative writing on Indian civilization, history, and education. With a background in engineering and environmental journalism, Sahana brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her work—bridging technical clarity with cultural depth.
She is best known for her acclaimed books The Educational Heritage of India and Revisiting the Educational Heritage of India, which uncover the sophisticated, holistic, and remarkably advanced systems of education that flourished across the Indian subcontinent for millennia. Her works spotlight how ancient Indian gurukulas and universities nurtured not only intellectual brilliance but also moral character, cultural continuity, and social harmony. By placing India’s academic legacy in a global context, she challenges colonial narratives and rekindles pride in a tradition that once inspired the world.
Through her widely read articles on Medium, such as “Ten Times I Bowed to the Genius of Ancient Indian Gurus” and “How I Got My Daughter to Love India and Stay Close to Her Roots,” Sahana engages readers with stories that are personal yet universal, scholarly yet accessible. Her writing resonates with anyone seeking to rediscover India’s civilizational ethos and apply its timeless wisdom to modern challenges.
Sahana is a passionate advocate for reconnecting with Bharatiya Sanskriti (Indian culture), and she often speaks at global forums on topics ranging from education to diaspora identity and environmental stewardship. Her work continues to inspire educators, parents, students, and policymakers to revisit and revalue the treasures of India’s intellectual past.
Through her widely read articles on Medium, such as “Ten Times I Bowed to the Genius of Ancient Indian Gurus” and “How I Got My Daughter to Love India and Stay Close to Her Roots,” Sahana engages readers with stories that are personal yet universal, scholarly yet accessible. Her writing resonates with anyone seeking to rediscover India’s civilizational ethos and apply its timeless wisdom to modern challenges.
Sahana is a passionate advocate for reconnecting with Bharatiya Sanskriti (Indian culture), and she often speaks at global forums on topics ranging from education to diaspora identity and environmental stewardship. Her work continues to inspire educators, parents, students, and policymakers to revisit and revalue the treasures of India’s intellectual past.






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