E.G.S. PILLAY ENGINEERING COLLEGE (Autonomous) Nagapattinam – 611 002 1902MCX03 -Essence of Indian Traditional Knowledge (Common to All Branches) Mandatory Course Syllabus Prerequisite: Nil Contact Hours per Week: 2 Course Objectives: The course will introduce the students to To get a knowledge in Indian Culture To know Indian languages and literature and the fine arts in India To explore the science and scientists of medieval and modern India Course Outcomes: After successful completion of the course, the students will be able to 1. Understand philosophy of Indian culture. 2. Distinguish the Indian languages and literature. 3. Learn the philosophy of ancient, medieval and modern India. 4. Acquire the information about the fine arts in India. 5. Know the contribution of scientists of different eras. MODULE - I Introduction to Culture: Culture, civilization, culture and heritage, general characteristics of culture, importance of culture in human literature, Indian Culture, Ancien