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Nithin Sridhar

Nithin Sridhar has a degree in Civil Engineering, and having worked in the construction field, he passionately writes about various issues from development, politics, and social issues, to religion, spirituality, and ecology. He was the former editor of IndiaFacts (2016-2020)- a portal on Indian history and culture; He is editor of Advaita Academy dedicated to the dissemination of Advaita Vedanta. He is a Consulting Editor to Indic Today Magazine. He is based in Mysuru, Karnataka. His first book "Musings On Hinduism" provided an overview of various aspects of Hindu philosophy and society. His latest book 'Samanya Dharma' enunciates upon general tenets of ethics as available in Hindu texts. However, his most widely read book is "Menstruation Across Cultures: A Historical Perspective" that examines menstruation notions and practices prevalent in different cultures & religions from across the world. He tweets at @nkgrock.

Abortion, a Dharmic Perspective– IV: Is Abortion murder?
Archives, Indology

Abortion, a Dharmic Perspective– IV: Is Abortion murder?

Nithin Sridhar- July 3, 2017

The concluding part of the series enquire into the activity of abortion itself. Read More

Abortion, a Dharmic Perspective- III: When does the Jiva enter fetus?
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Abortion, a Dharmic Perspective- III: When does the Jiva enter fetus?

Nithin Sridhar- June 17, 2017

In Part 3 of the series we will try to answer the question central to any discussion on abortion: When does the Jiva enter the ... Read More

Abortion, a Dharmic Perspective- II: Giving Birth as a Noble Act
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Abortion, a Dharmic Perspective- II: Giving Birth as a Noble Act

Nithin Sridhar- June 6, 2017

The second part of the series looks into the importance attached to the human life and why giving birth to a child is considered a ... Read More

Abortion, a Dharmic Perspective- I: Who is a Jiva?
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Abortion, a Dharmic Perspective- I: Who is a Jiva?

Nithin Sridhar- May 23, 2017

Sanatana Dharma extensively deals with the issue of abortion. However, to have a proper understanding, it is vital to understand how Dharma perceives life itself ... Read More

Technology & Ethics: Negotiating with challenges in Modern World
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Technology & Ethics: Negotiating with challenges in Modern World

Nithin Sridhar- May 4, 2019

The Hindu framework of Chaturvidha Purushartha- that posits Dharma (ethical responsibility), Artha (material prosperity), Kama (aesthetic fulfilment) and Moksha (spiritual emancipation) as the four-fold goals ... Read More