In October Bhaktivedanta College welcomed Dr. Amrita Sarkar, an Indian archaeologist, scholar, and assistant professor at the Deccan College Postgraduate and Research Institute, through the Erasmus+ teaching mobility programme. With nearly two decades of research and teaching experience, Dr. Sarkar brought a unique blend of archaeology, culture, and music to the College. During her visit, she taught sessions on Indian prehistory in the course “The Role of Archaeology in Modern India” and introduced students to the vibrant devotional traditions of Bengal through her Traditional Bengali Music classes.

In this exclusive interview, she shares her insights into the cultural similarities and differences between the east and the west, the challenges and joys of archaeological fieldwork, and how music, spirituality, and scholarship are woven together in her life. Her reflections offer inspiration for students, researchers, and anyone curious about India’s deep cultural heritage.

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