Quantum Physics & Indian Philosophy

Punit Kumar and Sanjeev Kumar Varshney look into entangled worlds.

- Punit Kumar and Sanjeev Kumar Varshney look into entangled worlds.

Our deepening exploration of the quantum world reveals intriguing parallels between subatomic phenomena and Indian philosophy. While each offers a distinct perspective, together they weave a narrative that challenges traditional boundaries and redefines our understanding of reality.

Quantum physics, with its principles of superposition, entanglement, and the observer effect, has disrupted classical notions of a deterministic universe. Quantum pioneers such as Heisenberg, Schrödinger, and Bohr revolutionized science by introducing both uncertainty and the observer as intrinsic aspects of reality. But questions remain. For instance, does observation merely reveal the quantum world, or does it actively shape it – and how? This enigma highlights the intricate relationship between consciousness and quantum mechanics, sparking a dialogue that transcends conventional scientific inquiry.

Against this backdrop some of the central ideas from Indian philosophy provide profound insights. Traditions such as Vedanta and Samkhya have long explored the interconnectedness of all things and posited consciousness as the essence of reality, so these frameworks resonate deeply with themes emerging from quantum physics, thus bridging ancient wisdom and modern science.

The Quantum Frontier