1.

Title of the Chair

Centenary Chair Professor (01 position)

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Host Centre

Bharat Addhyan Kendra, Banaras Hindu University

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Mandate of the Chair

To promote multi-disciplinary holistic studies and researches on the varied subjects, which had their roots in ancient Indian scriptures and literature and are relevant for Indian studies. The focus of the mandate shall be to form vibrant research groups in "Bharat Addhyan Kendra" by cementing effective linkages between the collaborating departments and encouraging its teachers, scholars and students to delve deep into the past to rediscover our lost treasures. One the Chair Professor so appointed would be give the responsibility of Chief Mentor who will oversee and guide the academic activities of the Centre in consultation with the other Centennial Chair Professors.

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Maximum Tenure

Upto Five Years

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Essential Qualification

An outstanding scholar/writer of national and international repute, who has proven track record, may be invited by the University as Centenary Chair Professor. Eminent scholars/writers from the areas of Humanities, Sciences, Medicine, Ayurveda, Oriental Studies, Fine Arts and Music, Indology and such other disciplines as may be required to fulfill the mandate of the Centre/Chair.

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Age

No bar.

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Terms of Reference

a) Guiding and fostering the activities of "Bharat Addhyan Kendra";

b) Undertaking researches and studies in the relevant fields as defined in the mandate the Chair;

c) Rediscovering/retrieving the lost (or ignored) ancient Indian literature on selected disciplines;

d) Revisiting the subjects with a new focus on clear understanding, research and growth;

e) Rethinking about their significance and relevance today;

f) Remodeling the principles in simpler modules to transfer them to the current generations; and,

g) Preparing a new generation of students who can carry forward the torch of ancient wisdom and its relevance to humanity, cutting across national boundaries.

h) Delivering a course of lectures on a subject in which he has specialized; conducting seminars and participating in the discussions; guiding research scholars and members of the Faculty;

i) Assist the University in a manner so as to strengthen the activities of "Bharat Addhyan Kendra".

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Honorarium

Rs. 100,000.00 per month*

*Excluding Pension (in case of superannuated persons)/ Salary (in case of serving persons), which would be determined and paid by

their parent Institutions/ Organizations as per their rules.

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Privileges

i. One apex class airfare (within India) at the time of joining and on successful completion of the tenure appointment on the Chair. One economy class return airfare would be admissible if the person is settled abroad;

ii. Free guest house/ studio accommodation;

iii. Free medical treatment (excluding medicines) in SS Hospital of BHU;

iv. Local transport allowance of Rs. 10,000 pm

v. Office and Secretarial assistance; and

vi. Contingency grant of Rs. 60000.00 per annum @ Rs.5000.00 per month)

10.

Leave Rules

A Centenary Chair Professor will be entitled to Casual Leave of 8 days per year and Annual Leave at the rate of 2 days for every completed month of work. No encashment of unused leave will be admissible.

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Method of Selection

As provided in Statute 27 (1) (d) of the Banaras Hindu University

12.

Suggestive composition of the Committee (to be constituted by the EC)

13.

Budget for 05 Chairs

Rs. 70,00,000.00 approximately per annum [including contingency, accommodation, secretarial assistance]

14.

Funding on maintenance of Chair

Interest received on investment of University Corpus

1.

Title of the Chair

Centenary Visiting Fellow (04 positions)

2.

Host Centre

Bharat Addhyan Kendra, Banaras Hindu University

3.

Mandate of the Chair

To promote multi-disciplinary holistic studies and researches on the varied subjects, which had their roots in ancient Indian scriptures and literature and are relevant for Indian studies. The focus of the mandate shall be to form vibrant research groups in "Bharat Addhyan Kendra" by cementing effective linkages between the collaborating departments and encouraging its teachers, scholars and students to delve deep into the past to rediscover our lost treasures.

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Maximum Tenure

The Minimum tenure of a Visiting Fellow should not be less than a week and maximum up to six months in one term. The Visiting Fellow shall be eligible for reappointment for subsequent term(s).

5.

Essential Qualification

An outstanding scholar/writer with proven track record in Indian Studies, may apply to the University as Centenary Visiting Fellow against a rolling advertisement. Scholars/writers having background in Humanities, Sciences, Medicine, Ayurveda, Oriental Studies, Fine Arts and Music, Indology, History, Journalism and such other disciplines as may be required to fulfill the mandate of the Centre/ Chair may be considered.

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Age

70 Years.

7.

Terms of Reference

a) Fostering the activities of "Bharat Addhyan Kendra";

b) Undertaking researches and studies in the relevant fields as defined in the mandate the Chair;

c) Rediscovering/retrieving the lost (or ignored) ancient Indian literature on selected disciplines;

d) Revisiting the subjects with a new focus on clear

understanding, research and growth;

e) Rethinking about their significance and relevance today;

f) Remodeling the principles in simpler modules to transfer them to the current generations; and,

g) Preparing a new generation of students who can carry forward the torch of ancient wisdom and its relevance to humanity, cutting across national boundaries.

h) Delivering a course of lectures on a subject in which he has specialized; conducting seminars and participating in the discussions; guiding research scholars and members of the Faculty;

i) Assist the University in a manner so as to strengthen the activities of "Bharat Addhyan Kendra".

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Honorarium

The visiting Fellow may be paid daily allowance in the range of Rs. 1000 to 1500/- per day for visiting up to one month depending upon the qualifications*. For visits beyond one month, the rate may be fixed in the range Rs. 35,000 to 60,000 per month depending on the qualifications*.

*Excluding Pension (in case of superannuated persons)/ Salary (in case of serving persons), which would be determined and paid by their parent Institutions/ Organizations as per their rules.

9.

Privileges

i. One apex class airfare (within India)/ Train Fare, as per GOI norms.

ii. Free guest house/ studio accommodation depending on its availability;

iii. Free medical treatment (excluding medicines) in SS Hospital of BHU;

iv. Office and Secretarial assistance from the common pool in the Centre

10.

Leave Rules

A Visiting Fellow appointed for a full term will be entitled to Casual Leave of 1 day for every completed month of work.

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Method of Selection

Appointment may be approved by the Vice-Chancellor on the recommendation of a Committee suggested at para 12.

12.

Suggestive composition of the Committee (to be constituted by the EC)

13.

Budget for 10 Positions

Rs. 70,00,000.00 approximately per annum [including accommodation, secretarial assistance]

14.

Funding on maintenance of Chair

Interest received on investment of University Corpus