Islamic of Indian philosophical thought owes as much to Northern India as to Southern India. Elucidate.
Introduction
Indian philosophical thought has been developed over a period of 3000 years or more with inputs from various regions including both north & south India.
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Fabric of Indian philosophical thought
From northern India:
1. Vedic literature - developed over Indo-Gangetic plains.
2. Bhakti traditions like Kabir, Ramdas, Mirabal, Zalleshwari being to northern India.
3. Sikhism originated in Punjab and spread across India through Khala.
4. Similarly, both Buddhist and Jain philosophy developed over present-day Bihar region and propagated also world.
From southern India:
1. The Sangam literature shows the rich Tamil heritage and philosophical thought.
3. Role of Sankaracharya (took birth in Kerala) to unite India with his establishment of 'Char Dhams' as well as preparation of 'Advaita' philosophy
4. The various classical music and dance forms (Carnatic music, Bharatanatyam, Kathakali) etc. also enriched Indian philosophical thought.
Therefore, Indian philosophical thought itself should a rich assimilation of ideas, thoughts and perspectives from entire India - that indicates 'Unity in Diversity' philosophy of today.
Conclusion
Therefore, Indian philosophical thought itself should a rich assimilation of ideas, thoughts and perspectives from entire India - that indicates 'Unity in Diversity' philosophy of today.
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