IKS Library: Preserving the Past. Curating the Future.

Much of India’s civilizational knowledge—mathematics, aesthetics, astronomy, linguistics, public administration, and more—exists today as scattered texts, niche academic research, and hard-to-find commentaries. These invaluable sources remain largely inaccessible to the broader public, often hidden in university archives, private collections, or out-of-print publications.

The IKS Library Initiative by the Knowledge Systems Foundation is an ongoing effort to collect, curate, and make accessible both classical and contemporary works on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS). This includes the creation of:
A Physical Library at our Parmer Lane facility in Austin, TX, open to the public for in-person
exploration and learning.

A forthcoming Digital Library, offering indexed access to key works across IKS domains.



Our growing collection features a wide spectrum of books—from foundational texts like the Sulbasutras, Lilavati, and Ashtadhyayi to modern works on Tantra, Ayurveda, Abhinavagupta’s aesthetics, and contemporary Indic thought. It also includes analyses on history, politics, philosophy, and civilizational conflicts, featuring authors like Rajiv Malhotra, Subhash Kak, and Steven Pinker, offering multiple perspectives for the inquisitive reader.

With new scholars, researchers, and practitioners contributing to the discourse, the IKS Library serves as a hub for critical engagement, research, and rediscovery. Whether you're a student, educator, parent, or simply a curious mind—this space is built for you.