Lumbini Buddhist University has established to operate high standard educational institutions on Buddhist Philosophy, Literature, Education, Culture and relevance other subjects to conduct study, teaching and research programs by promoting peace, fellowship (brotherhood), friendship or good well upon accepting the teaching of Lord Buddha as a guiding principles or World Peace. These elements have incorporated in the Preamble & Section 3 of LBU Act, 2063 (including amendment). Research and innovative initiatives are focused in accordance with the vision of World Buddhist Summit 1998. To achieve the research target Lumbini Research Centre has established in accordance with its Biniyamavali, 2076.
Structure of the Research Management Committee
(From Ashwin 2079 to 2082 / October 2022 to 2025)
| S.N. | Position | Description | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Chairperson | Prof. Dr. Triratna Manandhar | Senior academician |
| 2. | Member | ||
| 3. | Member | Prof. Dr. Bhojraj Kaderia | Senior researcher |
| 4. | Member | Dr. Manikratna Shakya | Dean, Faculty of Buddhist Studies |
| 5. | Member | Dr. Harisharan Chakhun | Dean, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences |
| 6. | Member Secretary | Prof. Dr. Gitu Giri | Director, Research |
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Buddhist Studies (three years full-time equivalent) is a rigorous program of advanced study and research. This program is intended to produce graduates with the capacity to conduct research independently at a high level of originality and quality.
Lumbini Buddhist University (LBU) was established in 2004 at the behest of the 1st World Buddhist Summit held in Lumbini, the birthplace of Shakyamuni Buddha, in 1998. Accepting and following the teachings of Gautam Buddha, LBU is dedicated to core Buddhist values of Maitri, Karūṇā, Muditā and Upkeṡā (Amity, Compassion, Inner Peace, and Forgiveness) in promoting World Peace and Harmony. It is running academic programs and research in the areas of Buddhist Philosophy, Literature, Education and Culture.
Since 2011 LBU has been offering Ph.D. program in two major streams – core Buddhist studies and applied Buddhism.
