Anirban Bhattacharya

M.A. Student
Teaching Assistant

Biography

I have a deep passion for various aspects of Indian philosophies and religions, especially Hinduism and Buddhism, and for seeing contemporary Western religious and philosophical perspectives through a comparative lens. Within the broader area of investigation, my interests also include Metaphysics, Epistemology, Ethics, and Existentialism. 

I am committed to advancing my academic journey to become an academic. My research interests lie in exploring profound questions of existence, knowledge, and reality. I aim to contribute meaningful insights to the field of philosophy and religion. I am driven by a desire to engage in rigorous research, foster critical thinking, and inspire future generations through teaching and scholarship.

Research Interests

My research interests are Indian Philosophies, Advaita Vedanta and Upanishadic Thought, Metaphysics of Self and Consciousness, History of Religion in South Asia, Philosophy of Religion, and Comparative Religion and Philosophy. 

Education

M. A. in Philosophy, Indira Gandhi National Open University, India
MCA in Computer Application, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, India
BCA in Computer Application, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, India

Courses Taught

Fall 2026: REL 104 - Asian Mythology