Founders of Philosophy: Kapila, Patanjali, Kanada, Gautama, Jaimini & Badarayana

Indian philosophy represents the world's oldest philosophical tradition. It has not only the longest and most continuous development, but also a rich and varies growth.

The ancient Indian mind revelled in philosophical speculations from which emerged six schools of philosophy, popularly known as darsanas. Each school or system is associated with a sage as its first promulgator - Samkhya with Kapila, Yoga with Patanjali, Vaisesika with Kanada, Nyaya with Gautama, Mimamsa with Jaimini and Vedanta with Badarayana.

The system evolved in India as a result of the great thought ferment that characterized the post-Vedic age of thinkers.

This volume provides a glimpse into the personality and the contribution of these great philosophers. It also mentions their contribution to the building up and enrichment of Indian culture.