Self and Identity in Modern Psychology and Indian Thought

The exploration delves into personal identity through the lenses of Indian philosophy and modern Euro-American psychology, highlighting the historical and cultural gaps in understanding the self. Anand Paranjpe contrasts the views of Erik H. Erikson, representing Western thought, with Advaita Vedanta from the Indian tradition. The discussion encompasses various theoretical perspectives, including univocalism, relativism, and pluralism, offering a comprehensive comparison of these distinct conceptions of identity.