Research Methodology in Philosophy by Ghanshyam Gupta, Book on Methods of Acquiring Knowledge
Want to know how philosophers actually investigate life's biggest questions? This book cuts through the mystery surrounding research methodology in philosophy, showing you exactly how rigorous inquiry unfolds. Starting with a deceptively simple idea (formulate a clear question), the work spirals into something far richer, exploring how Western scholarship leans on empirical observation and logical reasoning, while Indian traditions weave in meditation, introspection, and sacred texts to create something altogether different. You'll discover that philosophical research isn't one-size-fits-all. Broad investigations tackle sweeping concepts; narrower ones zero in on specific puzzles like free will or the morality of artificial intelligence. Both matter, and both shape how we think. The book introduces crucial tools too. Hermeneutics lets you decode what texts really mean. Phenomenology gets at the lived experience hiding behind abstract ideas. Throughout, you'll grasp why writing up your findings demands intellectual rigour and clarity. This volume guides you through both time-honoured and contemporary approaches to philosophical inquiry, combining practical wisdom with genuine scholarship. Ghanshyam Gupta brings decades of experience in philosophy of education and academic research, drawing on his extensive work across universities and international conferences. His passion for advancing educational thinking shines through, making this a genuinely useful resource for anyone serious about doing philosophy properly.
- Author: Ghanshyam Gupta
- Publisher: NE BOOKS AND PUBLISHERS
- Genre: Social Sciences
- ISBN: 978-9394867697
- Pages: 265 pages