Dr. Biman Chandra Barua
(Professor)Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies
| Degree Name | Group/Major Subject | Board/Institute | Country | Passing Year |
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| Ph.D. | University of Dhaka | Bangladesh | 2007 | |
| Masters | Pali and Buddhist Studies | University of Dhaka | Bangladesh | 2004 |
| Bachelor | Pali and Buddhist Studies | University of Dhaka | Bangladesh | 2003 |
| Title | Organization | Location | From Date | To Date |
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| Convener , 1st International Seminar on Buddhism Civilization and Culture 2018 | Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies | Dhaka University | 18, Mar 2018 | 19-03-2018 |
| President, Basketball | Physical Center | Dhaka University | 01, Jul 2016 | 01-07-2018 |
| Executive Member, | Sanskrit and Pali Education Board Board | Dhaka | 04, Apr 2016 | |
| Chairman | Dept. of Pali and Buddhist Studies | Dhaka University | 14, Mar 2016 | 12-03-2019 |
| Executive Member | Mahanambrata Peace and Solidarity foundation | Department of World Religious and Culture, Dhaka University | 01, Jan 2016 | |
| Executive Member | Dhaka University Teachers Association | Dhaka University | 01, Jan 2015 | 31-12-2015 |
| Executive Board Member, Executive committee of PraccyayBidya | Dept. of Sanskrit | Dhaka University | 14, May 2014 | 13-05-2016 |
| Senate Member | Dhaka University | Bangladesh | 20, Jul 2013 | |
| Jagannath Hall Trust Found | Jagannath Hall | Dhaka University | 29, Jun 2013 | Currently Working |
| Professor | Dept. of Pali and Buddhist Studies | Dhaka University | 15, Dec 2012 | |
| Reviewer: `Buddhism and Morality’, Class Ten, | Bangladesh Open University | Bangladesh | 28, Sep 2011 | 13-12-2011 |
| Academic Counselor | Dhaka University | Bangladesh | 04, Mar 2010 | 04-03-2013 |
| Associate Professor | Dept. of Pali and Buddhist Studies | Dhaka University | 12, May 2009 | 14-12-2012 |
| Member, Board of Sports Committee of Dhaka University | Dhaka University | Bangladesh | 01, Jul 2008 | 30-06-2010 |
| Executive member, Dhaka University Football Committee | Physical Center | Dhaka University | 01, Jul 2007 | 30-06-2015 |
| House Tutor | Dhaka University | Jagannath Hall | 13, May 2005 | 13-05-2015 |
| Assistant Professor | Dept. of Sanskrit | Dhaka University | 15, Mar 2005 | 11-05-2009 |
| Lecturer | Dept. of Sanskrit | Dhaka University | 01, Jul 2000 | 14-03-2005 |
Research Interest
| Subject | Description | Research Interest (Goal, Target Indicator) |
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| Good Governance and Buddhism | In the modern day good governance as a system of guidance human actions which has been playing a great and important role every corner all over the world, in order to bring peace, happiness, and harmony. Good governance is not only demotic popular term in the present universe but also a necessity and essential concept, because of contemporaneous social justices, wars and collisions and conflicts. For this accountability responsiveness, transference, effectiveness to the demands of publicans republican environment is required for the sustainable development of the state or country. Buddha was the founder of Buddhism and was a world-famous philosopher also. Never Buddha did not say his discovered teachings only for the followers of Buddhism. He taught that his enlightened realization or understanding is the very appropriate word of the arena and whole beings. Buddha has unveiled the proper demonstrable rules of nature vastness of the cosmos in time and extension of which all things are values and a given periodicity of cosmic order. Buddha introduced democratic good governance for the purpose of a happy and healthy society, state, and country organizational framework which is straightened to ensuring the human participation, equality, forgiveness, freedom, and salvation from holistic aspects. Buddhism which it is named as Dharma and Vinaya (rules and regulations by Buddha himself given a comprehensive alternative way or path peaceful society, state, and country. In Buddhism, there are so many ethical important principles which could play a vital role to assist the rulers or governors. | |
| Buddhism and Peace | The Buddha was the son of a human being who was the founder of Buddhism. Buddhism is not only a religion but also provides proper guidelines to lead a decent and peaceful way of life. He obtained the enlightenment by himself. His given advice's assist to build peace in every corner. The teachings of the Buddha’s are: All living beings tremble at the rod. All fear death, comparing others with oneself; one should neither strike nor cause to strike. In this connection `As a mother guards her son/child, the son/child of her breast born in herself, guarding it with her own life willing to sacrifice it in order to prevent her son/child from troubles, thus would one cultivate, maintain, generate again and again, and enhancement one’s loving-kindness to every living.’ It noted that Human being belongs to own works. They are to suffer according to own deeds. That’s why; misconducts/behaviors should not behave with others. In context the following quotation of Buddha is remarkably significant: for example; “Hatred never ceases through hatred in this world; through loving-kindness alone they cease. This is an eternal law.” Heart or mind plays an important role to establish peace. That’s why self-control of one’s own mind is necessary. Because all sort of working inspirations is created form mind/willing power. Except for mind/willing power, no work could be done or could not be. The mind has a unique nature. In this context, Buddha said: the mind is the forerunner of (all good) states. The mind is chief; mind-made are they. If one speaks or acts with a pure mind, because of that, happiness follows one, even as one’s shadow that never leaves. In Buddhism, characteristics like affection and natural love are given most Priority for every sector of life. It is able an eminent example to solve war and collision for establishing peace-happiness and also develop harmony in every arena in the world. | |
| Contemporary Buddhism in Bangladesh | The Buddhist followers of Bangladesh are a small community. Nowadays, they are followers of Theravada Buddhism. They are living here for a long time. In Bangladesh, four types of Buddhists are living. They are Plain Buddhist, Plain Rakhine Buddhist, CHT Buddhist, and North Bengal Buddhist. It is explained that all Buddhists Religious belief and culture are one but social culture completely different from Plain Buddhist. They observed various religious and cultural activities in each year. Buddhism in Bangladesh is an ancient Religion. The Known Chinese travelers named I-Itisng, Huen Sang and Fa Hien were visited undivided Bengal. The Pala Dynasty ruled over Bengal since 750-1200 AD. The Pala period may be considered as the golden age of Buddhism in Bengal. During the Pala period a wide range of development and progression of Buddhism in Bangladesh. At that time they build many Buddhist monasteries in the different territory which may be regarded as an education institute. Bangladesh is a land of a famous and named Buddhist scholar. Like: Pragavarma, Vanaratana, Kamalshil, Santarakkit, Atish Dipankar Srigayan, etc and also the birthplace of famous ancient Bengal Buddhist Siddhacariya. In the Indian Subcontinent British rule was established in the nineteen century. During this period Buddhist are got opportunities every corner which is till now continue. | |
| Buddhist Tangible Heritage Sites in Bangladesh | The Buddhist heritage sites of Bangladesh are very well known to the World. This places are the potential to make the country an amazing tourism destination among the Buddhist and non-Buddhist countries. It depends on the utilization of heritage and preservation of this 7th-8th AD old history. The tangible evidence of the history of Buddhism in Bangladesh has been discovered many historical and archaeological sites. People of different religions live here in harmony. Buddhism is one of them. They have their own history, heritage, customs, tradition, norms, culture, beliefs, and living style also. There are many Buddhist famous and known religious heritage sites in this country for the tourist to visit Bangladesh. These Buddhist tangible sites are located on the south and north arena of the country. The tangible histories of the religion are found near neighbor to the birthplace of Buddha. Among them, Mahasthangarh, Vasu Vihara, Paharpur, Halud Vihar, Bikrampuri, Waribateshwar, and Mainamati, are world famous Buddhist archaeological, historical and heritage sites in Bangladesh. These sites or places can be the main attraction for tourists from different Buddhist countries in South-East Asia. These archaeological and historical tangible heritage sites can be seen easily of our glorious past civilization history in Bangladesh. Many tourists visit those tourist spots to search or explore the culture of Buddhists people. These sites are very popular among Buddhists and non-Buddhists. Bangladesh could be an ideal place for pilgrimage tourist to travel for religious or excursion purposes. These Buddhist tangible historical heritage sites could be regarded as tourism products in the country. |
Project/Research Supervision
| Level of Study | Title | Supervisor | Co-Supervisor(s) | Name of Student(s) | Area of Research | Current Completion |
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Project/Research Work
| Subject | Project Name | Source of Fund | From Date | To Date | Collaboration |
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| The Development of Culture and Tourism in Bangladesh: The Role of Buddhist Religious Sites | SAARC Research Project | SAARC, Sri Lanka | 01-01-2018 | 30-04-2018 | |
| Nature of Tantric Buddhism in Ancient Bengal: A Review, | Annual Project of Dhaka University | Dhaka University | 21-03-2017 | ||
| Historical Values and Socio-Economical Condition of Chak Community of the Chattogram Hill Tracts | Annual Project UGC | UGC | 11-01-2017 | 11-01-2018 | |
| The Buddhist History, Heritage and Socio-Economical Development in Bangladesh | Annual Project of UGC | UGC | 03-04-2014 | 03-04-2015 | |
| Bengali Buddhist Communities Contribution to the Liberation War of 1971 in Bangladesh | Annual Project of Dhaka University | Dhaka University | 10-10-2011 | 10-10-2012 | |
| Characteristics of Geographical Buddhist and Buddhist Population in Bangladesh [19021-2001] | Annual Project of Dhaka University | Dhaka University | 13-07-2009 | 13-07-2010 |
Invited Talk
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| Book | |
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Biman Chandra Barua
Bengali Buddhist Folk Culture.
Dhaka: Dhaka University, 2017 .
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Biman Chandra Barua
Buddhists in Bangladesh: Geographical Analysis.
Dhaka: Abishkar, 2016 .
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Biman Chandra Barua
Jinacarita [The Life sketch of Buddha], Tran..
Dhaka: Sougata Prakasan, 2013 .
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Biman Chandra Barua
Datavamsa [The History of Tooth Relic of the Buddha] Tran..
Dhaka: Dhaka University Sariputta, Parakkrambahu, Sumedha, Anuradhapur, wisdom, Vesak day, Saddha, 2011 .
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Biman Chandra Barua
Pāli Manjusā [A Pāli Grammar].
Dhaka,: Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies, Dhaka, 2010 .
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Biman Chandra Barua (Jointly)
SaddhammaSangaho [Historical Buddhist Traditions) Jointly.
Dhaka: Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Dhaka, 2008 .
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| Book Section | |
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Biman Chandra Barua "Buddhism and Morality, for Class Six."
Buddhism and Morality, for Class Six. Dhaka: National curriculum Texts Books Board (NCTB), 2012 .
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Biman Chandra Barua "Buddhism and Morality, for Class Seven."
Buddhism and Morality, for Class Seven. Dhaka: National Curriculum and Text book Board (NCTB), bangladesh, 2012 .
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Biman Chandra Barua "Buddhism and Morality, for Class Eight."
Buddhism and Morality, for Class Eight. Dhaka: National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB). Bangladesh, 2012 .
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Biman Chandra Barua (Jointly) "Buddhism and Morality, for Class Nine-Ten."
Buddhism and Morality, for Class Nine-Ten. Dhaka: National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) Bangladesh, 2012 .
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Biman Chandra Barua "BBS : Bangladesh Studies."
BBS : Bangladesh Studies (Buddhism). Bangladesh open University Gazipur, Bangladesh: 2012, .
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| Journal Article | |
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Biman Chandra Barua (Jointly) : United Nations Day of Vesak 2019,
Mindful leadership for Sustainable Peace,Vietnam , pp.189-214 , 2019
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Biman Chandra Barua : Loving-kindness in Buddha’s Teaching,
Itihas, A Journal of Bangladesh Iitihas Parisad, Bangladesh , no.49th Year , pp.5-14 , 2015-2016, April 2016
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Biman Chandra Barua : Socio-Economic Condition of Aged Buddhist People of Bangladesh,
Bangladesh Journal of Geriatrics , vol.40 , no.1st & 2nd Volume , pp.45-52 , 2004
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Biman Chandra Barua : Essence of Buddhism: A Thorough Study,
Journal of Prāccyaviddyā , vol.Second , no.two , pp.178-189 , July, 2001
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Biman Chandra Barua : The Context of Buddha and Buddhist in the Poem of Jibanananda Das,
The Journal of Dhaka University , vol.Joint Volume : 83-84 , pp.35-53 , October, 2005 and February, 2006
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Biman Chandra Barua : Buddha’s Five Precepts to Development of Humanism,
Social Science Review, Dhaka, Bangladesh , vol.No. 102 , pp.43-51 , July-September, 2007
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Biman Chandra Barua : Buddha’s Generosities: A Pragmatic Analysis,
Philosophy and Progress, Dhaka University , no.2400 , pp.189-204 , June-December, 2007
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Biman Chandra Barua : Marriage in Pāli Literature: A Study,
Journal of Literature , June-December, 2008, Dept. of Bangla, University of Dhaka
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Biman Chandra Barua : Mohitalal Majumdar`s Buddha: An Explanation and Object,
Journal of Literature, Dept. of Bangla, University of Dhaka , vol.1 , no.49 , pp.81-91 , October, 2011
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Biman Chandra Barua : Appramada in Buddha’s Morality: A Study,
Itihas, Bangladesh Iitihas Parisad Journal , December, 2011
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Biman Chandra Barua : Buddha’s Livelihood,
Social Science Review, Dhaka , vol.No. 119 , pp.55-63 , October-December, 2011
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Biman Chandra Baruia : Kā ātaru barpañcb idāla Cañca lCīe paithā kāla,
Heart from Bangladesh, Chayanat, Dhaka , vol.4 , no.5th Year , pp.85-88 , December 2012
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Biman Chandra Barua : Humanism in Buddhism: A Study,
Itihas Anusandhan 29 , vol.29th , pp.137-144 , 22 January 2015
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Biman Chandra Barua : The Concept of the freedom of Women in Buddha`s thought : A Brief Retrial,
Itihas Anusandan, Calcutta , 24 January 2016.
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Biman Chandra Barua : The Concept of Mutual Socialization: Perspective on Sigalavada Sutta,
Kristy , pp.79-82 , 5 November 2016, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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| Conference Proceedings | |
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Biman Chandra Barua "Newly Discovered Buddhist Religious Archaeology Sites in Bangladesh : Its Prospects and Challenges."
The First `Belt and Road & Asian Buddhist Culture Forum and Haitag Mountain Buddhist Forum'
, pp. 72-79. Institute of World Religion (IWR), Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), Chinese Religious Institute (CRI), Religious Culture and Art Study Department of IWR, 2018
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Biman Chandra Barua "Significance of Buddhism in Global Peace."
World Peace through Interfaith and Intra-faith Dialogue
, pp. 48-50. Dhaka: Religions for Peace, Bangladesh, 2018
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| Award Type | Title | Year | Country | Description |
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| Local | Lokhonath Shebasangha | 2004 | Bangladesh | For 1st class 1st position in M.A examination |
Dr. Biman Chandra Barua
Professor
Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies
Faculty of Arts
Email: bcbarua.du@gmail.com
Phone: 880-2-9661900