Former Vice-Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Former Professor at the University of Delhi.
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Girishwar Misra is an Indian psychologist known for his contributions to indigenous psychology and cultural psychology. He has focused on understanding how psychological processes are shaped by the cultural context, particularly within the Indian framework. Misra has advocated for the inclusion of Indian philosophical traditions in understanding human behavior, moving beyond Western psychological models.
He has held prestigious academic positions, including serving as the Vice-Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya and as a professor at the University of Delhi. Misra's research spans across areas like well-being, emotions, and the self, emphasizing the importance of integrating indigenous knowledge systems into mainstream psychology. He has also contributed to various books and journals, promoting a culturally relevant understanding of psychology in India.