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David Stove

(1927 - 1994)

Australian philosopher and academic

Australian philosopher and academic
Australian philosopher noted for his critiques of inductive reasoning and influential works on the philosophy of science.
Born in Perth, Australia, Stove studied philosophy at the University of Adelaide. He earned his PhD under the mentorship of John Anderson and later taught at the University of Sydney. Stove became known for his rigorous critique of Humean skepticism and analysis of inductive reasoning. His book The Rationality of Induction challenged prevailing views on scientific methodology. He wrote extensively on utilitarianism, relativism, and the philosophy of science. Stove's bold arguments sparked debate and influenced contemporary philosophical discourse. His writings continue to be referenced in discussions on logical reasoning and scientific theory.
David Stove
1950day.year

Rajiv Malhotra

Indian author

Indian author
Indian-American author and public intellectual focusing on Indian culture and civilization.
Rajiv Malhotra is the founder of the Infinity Foundation, promoting Indian studies and cross-cultural dialogue. He has written influential books such as 'Breaking India' and 'Being Different.' Malhotra's work explores the impacts of colonialism and globalization on Indian civilization. He advocates for preserving indigenous knowledge systems and interfaith understanding. A frequent speaker at academic and cultural events, he engages in dialogues on East-West relations. Malhotra's research has sparked debates on cultural appropriation and academic biases.
1950 Rajiv Malhotra