The book titled “Re-interpreting Tradition: Critical Essays on 20th Century Indian Thought” presents a collection of essays that delve into the intellectual and philosophical currents that have shaped India throughout the last century. This compilation explores a wide range of topics and offers critical analyses of the ideas put forth by influential thinkers. Opening with an insightful exploration of Ambedkar’s Navayana Buddhism, the book provides a fresh perspective on his contributions. It then delves into the realm of political theory, examining the intersection between Gandhi and his political ideologies. The essays also engage in reflections on Aurobindo’s philosophy, offering new interpretations and insights. The collection explores the philosophical traditions that emerged from India's North-eastern region, highlighting their significance and impact. It further investigates the importance of using mother tongue as a medium of instruction and its implications for educational systems. Metaphysical concepts such as mind, overmind, and supermind are examined, providing contemporary discourses on Advaita philosophy. It also pays due attention to Gopinath Bhattacharya’s English translations and Kalidas Bhattacharyya’s visionary philosophy. The collection encompasses diverse perspectives, including Krishna Chandra’s quest for identity, Pranab Kumar Sen's unique approach to proper names, and Daya Krishna’s counter-perspective. Reflections on J.N. Mohanty, the teachings of Swami PratyagatmanandaSaraswati, and the philosophy of negation add further depth to the book. Moreover, the collection explores the philosophy of Sri Narayana Guru, Krishnamurti’s insights on freedom, and Araj Ali Matubbar’s critical examination of institutional religion. Through its critical essays, “Re-interpreting Tradition: Critical Essays on 20th Century Indian Thought” invites readers to embark on a journey that reconsiders and reinterprets the rich intellectual heritage that has shaped India’s intellectual landscape throughout the twentieth century.

• Dr. B.R. Ambedkar:  The Political Theology of Navayana Buddhism by Aakash Singh Rathore

• Understanding Gandhi:  Truth, Experiment, and Law in Political Theory by Anuradha Veeravalli

• Nationalism or Transcendence: Some Reflections on Aurobindo’s Philosophy by Aparna Banerjee

• Aporias of Indian Thought: In- Figuring Ethno- tribal Philosophy from India’s North-east by Prasenjit Biswas

• Why Mother Tongue Should be a Medium of Instruction: Re-Examining Aurobindo and Gandhi’s Argument by Jhuma Chakraborty

• Mind, Overmind and Supermind in the Spiritualistic Neo-Vedanta of Aurobindo by C.R. Agera

• Tradtion as Primordial Ontological Condition: Interpreting Advaita in the Contemporary Indian Philosophical Discourse by S. Panneerselvam

• A Critique of Aurobindo’s Conception of Reality by Jagat pal

• Gopinath Bhattacharya’s English Translation of Tarkasamgraha and Dipika by Prabal Kumar Sen

• Kalidas Bhattacharya’s Vision of Philosophy: A Doctrine of Plurality of Ultimate Truths by Tushar K. Sarkar

• Swaraj in Ideas: Krishna Chandra’s Search for an Identity by Debajyoti Banerjee

• Reflections on Pranab Kumar Sen’s Approach to Proper Name by Kantilal Das

• Daya Krishna’s Counter- Perspective: A Critical Appraisal by Meenal Katarnikar

• In Defence of Dialogue: Reflections on J.N. Mohanty by Silika Mohapatra

• Swami Pratyagatmananda Saraswati: His Approaches to Truth by Indrani Sanyal

• Philosophy of Negation: In the Light of Rabindranath by Raghunath Ghosh

• A Discussion on the Philosophy of Sri Narayana Guru in the Context of Consciousness Studies by Sangeetha Menon

• Krishnamurti on Freedom by Shakuntala Bora

• Araj Ali Matubbar:  A Twentieth Century Philosopher and Critic of the Dogmas of Institutional Religion by Dilipkumar Mohanta