Consciousness, Mind (Manas), and Sustainable Development: An Integrative Philosophical Framework Based on Guru’s Darsana

Authors

  • Dr. B. Sugeetha Senior Research Fellow, ICSSR,

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53032/tvcr/2026.v8n2.52

Keywords:

Mind, Consciousness, Sustainable Human Development, Sustainable Development Goals, Environmental Sustainability

Abstract

This article explores the philosophical understanding of manas (mind) as a function of consciousness in the teachings of Guru, and how peace of mind forms a foundational base for sustainable human development. By integrating this metaphysical perspective with contemporary frameworks such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the paper argues that inner well-being and mental clarity are not merely individual psychological states but essential prerequisites for societal, economic, and environmental sustainability.

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Published

2026-04-30

How to Cite

Dr. B. Sugeetha. (2026). Consciousness, Mind (Manas), and Sustainable Development: An Integrative Philosophical Framework Based on Guru’s Darsana. The Voice of Creative Research, 8(2), 462–464. https://doi.org/10.53032/tvcr/2026.v8n2.52

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Vol. 8 No. 2 (2026): April 2026

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