Debating Svaraj in Ideas

Speakers: Dilip Chitre, Baiju Parthan and Abhay Sardesai
Discussant: Prabodh Parikh

August 7, 2003 | 6.30 pm
Little Theatre, National Centre for the Performing Arts, Mumbai

‘Svarāj – A Journey with Tyeb Mehta’s Shantiniketan Triptych,’ is a text of many-sided exploration, in which the philosopher, Ramachandra Gandhi brings to task an understanding of a great work of contemporary Indian art, and its historical context – the timeless and universal insights of Advaita Vedānta. It records a double journey of inquiring into the complex symbolism of the triptych and the deeper meaning of ‘Svarāj’ which is self realization. This thought provoking book will be discussed and debated, inviting the participation of the audience.

The panelists are Dilip Chitre (poet and writer), Baiju Parthan (artist), and  Abhay Sardesai (editor, Art India). The discussion will be moderated by philosopher and academician, Prabodh Parikh.