THE 1150TH ANNIVERSARY OF AL-FARABI LAUNCHES IN INDIA

The events dedicated to the 1150th anniversary of Al-Farabi has been launched in India. Al-Farabi KazNU, with the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in India and the Jawaharlal Nehru University held a Round table in New Delhi dedicated to the 1150th anniversary of Abu Nasr Al-Farabi.

It should be highlighted that the anniversary of Al-Farabi is included in the calendar of memorable dates and events of the UNESCO, and its celebration will give a powerful impetus to the study and understanding of the world heritage of the «Second Teacher» of humanity. Today, the name of the thinker of the Great Steppe is of vital interest to scientists of various countries, including India. The holding of such events at the international level contributes to the popularization of the creative heritage of Al-Farabi and Kazakh history.

During the Round table, the delegation of KazNU made scientific reports and presentations about the life and work of Al-Farabi, the significance of its heritage in modern times. A model of the University of the new generation «University 4.0» was also presented, which was developed on the basis of the ideas of the thinker, including spiritual, moral, and scientific and technological platforms.

Speakers from academia, heads of scientific centers and institutes in India also highlighted the significance of Abu Nasr al-Farabi’s legacy and stressed the importance of such events for bringing together the cultures of two friendly countries.

Dated Feb 21, 2020.