Acharya Sri K R Manoj founded Aarsha Vidya Smajam in 1999 with the blessings of His spiritual master – Sadguru Sri SankaraGurudev. Aarsha Vidya Smajam (AVS) is a spiritual and educational organisation based in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It strives to fulfil the five key duties in Sanatan Dharma – Adhyayana (Systematic Study), Anushthana (Spiritual Practice), Pracharana (Promotion), Adhyapana (Teaching), and Samrakshana (Protection of Sanatan Dharma), systematically and scientifically. KrinvantoVishwamAryam’ (Meaning: Let’s make the whole world noble) has been the guiding philosophy of AVS.
Special Column
The sacrifice by the soldiers and generals for the Hindavi Swarajya as envisaged by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is supreme. Similarly, in the present times, many devout Hindus and patriotic citizens of this country have been striving to protect the Nation and Dharma. The ‘Warriors of Hindutva’ is a series of articles that sheds light on their life and their struggle to protect Hindu Dharma. We hope that it serves as a catalyst for the mission of establishing Hindu Rashtra and inspires many others. – Editor
Founder and Director
- Aarsha Vidya Samajam,
- sivasakthiyogavidyakendram,
- ManeeshaSamskarikaVedi,
- Vijnanabharathi Vidya kendram,
- Vijnanabharathi Educational & Charitable Society,
- Vijnanabharathi Charitable Trust,
- Aarsha Vidya Samajam Charitable Trust,
- Viswabharathi Charitable Trust,
- Vijnanabharathi Learning Centres,
- Bouddhikam Books,
- Aarsha Global Mission Pvt. Ltd,
- Sadhana Sakthi Kendrams,
- Vijnanabharathi Magazine.
Spiritual Background
At a young age, he was initiated into the path of spirituality by his Spiritual Master – Sadguru Sri SankaraGurudev, an Avadhoot Mahasiddha of the Maha Kriya Yoga tradition of the Atreya Parampara. He was under the continuous spiritual guidance of this Spiritual Master who entrusted him with bringing an epoch-making revolution. On Sadguru Sri Sankara Gurudev’s instruction, he imbibed the teachings of all major Aarsha Guru Paramparas and systems.
He also practised Kriya Yoga through the Parampara originating from Agasthya Maharshi, the lineage of Maharathas such as Mahavatar Babaji, Sri Lahiri Mahasaya, Sri Yukteshwar Giri Maharaj, Sri Paramhamsa Yogananda. He received Shaktipada Deeksha from Sri Nikhileshwarananda Paramhamsa, who was in turn chosen by Sri Sacchidananda Paramhamsa of the Himalayan Siddhashrama Parampara. He also learned Hatha Yoga when he was younger from his mother’s maternal uncle, Sri Bodhananda Saraswati.
He has studied Yoga Vidya courses from institutions such as Bihar School of Yoga established by Sri Sathyananda Saraswathi, Dr Geetananda’s International Centre for Yoga Education and Research (ICYER) Pondicherry, Sivananda Yoga – Vedanta International University (Neyyar Dam) established by Vishnudevananda etc. Aacharya ji has been associated directly or with various Yoga – Tantra – Vedanta Gurus and Ashrams all over India.
Acharya Sri K R Manoj has devoted his life to promoting Yoga Vidya, Science of Spirituality, Indian culture, and Students’ excellence. He has also compiled the book ‘Bharatha Prabhavam in Malayalam.
Various awards conferred upon Acharya Sri K R Manoj and his organisation :
1. Karma Ratna Puraskar by the Atmiya Sabha of the Hindu Parliament in 2019.
2. Aurobindo Samman 2023, in the ‘Following Dharma’ category by Shashwat Sanatan Pratishthan.
3. Swami Mridananda Smarak Adhyatmika Puraskaram 2024by the Sanathana Dharma Parishad in April 2024.
4. 10th SreeChattambi Swami Sree Narayana Guru Prathama Sangama Smrithi Puraskar by Aniyoor Sri Durga Bhagawathi Kshetram in May 2024.
5. 2nd Akshayya Hindu Puraskar for Dharma Jagran on 19thMay 2024 in Pune.
6. Guru Shreshtha Award jointly by the Attingal Karichiyil Shree Ganeshotsava Temple Trust and Shree Ganeshotsava Samithi on 14th July 2024.
7. 2025 Sri Vellakkattu Gopala Kurup Keerthi Puraskaram by Ganesh Sadhana Seva Samithi based in Kolathur, Kerala on 11thFeb 2025.
8. Black belt 3rd Dan from Indian Martial Arts Academy.
9. He spoke at the 3rd World Hindu Congress 2023 on “Protecting Hindu youth from Love Jihad and importance of Aarsha Vidya Samajam” in Bangkok, Thailand. He was specially felicitated on stageat the conclusion ceremony, by Swami Mitrananda ji as a recognition of the work of reverting more than 8000 people back to Sanathana Dharma. He was also honoured in the 10thUthradomTirunal Remembrance function organized by Uthradom Thirunal Institute of Culture for his selfless and unmatched service to Dharma.
10. The Kerala Kshetra Samrakshana Samithi conferred the Madhav ji Puraskaram 2024 upon Aarsha Vidya Samajam for its unmatched contribution to Dharma Samrakshana activities.
Efforts undertaken for establishing Ramrajya or ideal governance in the country
रामोविग्रहवान्धर्मः | meaning – Shriram, the Divine Incarnation, is the living embodiment of Dharma. The concept of ‘Ramarajya’, introduced by Shriram, is deeply rooted in the basic tenets of Sanatan Dharma. Aarsha Vidya Samajam has been propagating the teachings of Sanatan Dharma through online / offline classes and via social media platforms to mould capable leaders and citizens for a (bright) spiritual future. Aarsha Vidya Samajam (AVS) is on a mission to establish Ramarajya across India and the World by 2047 through various well-organized projects.
Acharya Sri K R Manoj’s exceptional contributions to Sanatan Dharma
Acharya Sri K R Manoj has enlightened millions through his unique spiritual guidance. He brought back more than 8,000 youths from the clutches of religious fanaticism into Sanatan Dharma. In addition, he has moulded more than 30 youths, who are relentlessly striving to raise religious and cultural awareness in society, as full-time pracharaks (propagators or missionaries) of Sanatan Dharma.
1. Efforts undertaken to free Hindu youths from the menace of Love jihad
Aarsha Vidya Samajam has developed a two-pronged strategy to tackle the menace of Love jihad.
1A. Long-term initiatives (Education and Prevention)
The long-term initiatives comprise well-structured and scientifically designed courses tailored for various age groups and different levelsand are available both online and offline (in-person).
1. The Science of Spirituality (Comparative analysis of Sanatan Dharma with other religions, philosophy, and logic)
2. The cultural ethos of India (true and unbiased history of undivided India, cultural and social aspects, Indian Independence Movement, key personalities and movements, contemporary issues, and ways to tackle them)
3. Aarsha Yoga Vidya (The Yogic science behind the sixteen religious rituals)
4. Student Excellence Program
5. Sudarshanam (An effective intellectual response against all forms of ‘brainwashing’ influences)
6. Mrutyunjayam (A holistic health and wellness program)
7. Vidya Jyoti Scholarship Program
These courses dispel all prevalent misconceptions, doubts, and false narratives in society, and teach the true philosophical understanding of God (Ishwar Darshan) and life (Jeevan Darshan) according to Sanatan Dharma. In addition, they educate students on the true and unbiased history of Sanatan Dharma, India’s cultural ethos and the heritage of Sanatan Dharma. Thus, these courses expose the fabricated stories and false narratives peddled by anti-Dharma elements to confuse and brainwash naïve Hindus.
The lack of appropriate curriculum/courses and corresponding educational system has been the root cause of all internal and external issues plaguing Hindu society. A comprehensive curriculum on Sanatan Dharma, along with a clear foundational vocabulary, can help raise awareness about our ancient history and contemporary challenges. Such a unique curriculum can mould self-respecting and responsible individuals.
Love Jihad is a powerful weapon in the arsenal of radical Islamic elements. These courses aim to develop the intellectual and moral courage of the participants. They enable the younger generation to critically evaluate all spiritual and philosophical ideologies and determine which are worth pursuing. The participants can decisively answer – ‘Is a particular school of thought or philosophy beneficial for themselves and society ?’ These courses help the participants understand the evidence from history and current events and the impact of such ideologies on their present and future lives, their future generations, the Nation, and the World. In this way, thousands of young and old male and female participants have been trained by Aarsha Vidya Samajam. As a result, religious conversions are being prevented, and the concept of God, along with the authentic teachings of Sanatan Dharma, are being imparted with the help of these multifaceted programs.
1B. Short-term solutions
With the help of unique techniques such as de-brainwashing, anti-indoctrination, and de-radicalisation, Aarsha Vidya Samajam provides scientific and spiritual counselling to the youths who have fallen prey to the menace of love jihad or got brainwashed. This unique method leverages a mix of spiritual, intellectual, and psychological counselling. The intellectual counselling is debate-based and follows principles of logical reasoning.
Aarsha Vidya Samajam promises recognition of truth toanyone who fulfils these three conditions :
1. Uses common sense.
2. Willingly participates in discussions and debates.
3. Demonstrates integrity to accept the truth when presented with evidence.
Aarsha Vidya Samajam creates an emotionally balanced environment for those who had become victims of religious conversions under the false pretext of romantic relationships and thus, enables them to arrive at the right decision through logical dialogue.
Acharya Sri K R Manoj’s message for the youth
I appeal to everyone to fulfil the five key duties prescribed in Sanatan Dharma.
1. Adhyayana (Systematic Study) – Study on your own in a well-structured manner
2. Anushthana (Spiritual Practice) – Abide by the principles, practices, and protocols of Sanatan Dharma and refrain from immorality, misconduct, and oppression.
3. Pracharana (Promotion) – Propagate Sanatan Dharma by resolving questions, doubts, and misconceptions.
4. Adhyapana (Teaching) – Facilitate scientific and systematic education on Sanatan Dharma based on a well-defined curriculum.
5. Samrakshana (Protection of Sanatan Dharma) – Protect Hindu Dharma, (ancient) knowledge, cultural heritage, society, the Nation, and ultimately the whole World from all forms of challenges.
Aarsha Vidya Samajam strives to help all its students enhance their physical, mental, intellectual, social, and spiritual faculties, talents, capabilities, and strengths while overcoming their weaknesses, fears, and insecurities to become ideal human beings. It moulds them into stronger individuals and helps them face social pressures positively and constructively. Thus, such students become sources of inspiration for others to emulate and play a leading role in the propagation of Sanatan Dharma.
By March 2025, this approach helped Aarsha Vidya Samajam successfully bring back more than 8000 youths on track who had either lost their way or headed towards destruction. Aarsha Vidya Samajam has not only saved thousands of families but also contributed to the safety of society, the Nation, and the World at large by psychologically healing the ‘human bombs’ in Syria, Afghanistan, and Iraq and facilitating their return to the path of truth.
Aarsha Vidya Samajam has thus far helped over 1,000 individuals develop intellectual and spiritual immunity to fight against fanatic and extremist ideologies. Not just thoseinclined to study Sanatan Dharma, but even those who were strong opponents or had previously renounced Sanatan Dharma have now proudly becomethe torchbearers(the prominent warriors) of Aarsha Vidya Samajam. Over 30 such individuals have successfully transformed themselves into full-time pracharaks(propagators or missionaries) of Sanatan Dharma, and four of them have compiled books about their journey of religious conversion and return to their original faith.
The following books are available in Malayalam:
- Oru Paraavarthanathinte Katha by O Sruthi
- Irulilninnu Velichathilekku by Chithra G Krishnan
- Punarjani by Santhi Krishna
- Njan Athira by Athira S
Among these, the following are also available in English :
- Story of a Reversion by O Sruthi
- Reborn by Santhi Krishna
- I Aithira by Athira S
Story of a Reversion (by O Sruthi) is also available in Marathi as ‘Ek Katha Pratyavartanachi’, in Hindi as ‘Ek Pratyavartan Ki Kahan’, and ‘OnduParavartaneya Kathe’ in Kannada. Punarjani(by Santhi Krishna) is also available in Kannada by the same title.
2. Initiatives to educate the society on Dharma
Aarsha Vidya Samajam has developed a unique way to propagate Sanatan Dharma that aims to promote Sanatan Dharma across the globe. Capable individuals get thoroughly trained and prepared to spread the core teachings of Sanatan Dharma in all major languages across India and the rest of the World.
Swami Vivekananda’s philosophy and advice – Ideal Pracharaks ought to visit every home, implement educational and service-oriented initiatives, and demonstrate the greatness of Sanatan Dharma to every family, has been the guiding principle to mould these pracharaks at Aarsha Vidya Samajam. These pracharaks raise awareness about the dangers of religious conversion, its harmful consequences, and the psychological impact it creates among Hindus and caution them against these constant threats. Aarsha Vidya Samajam has been striving to propagate Sanatan Dharma across the world through the promotion of various courses in multiple languages, both online and in-person.
3. Hindus are trained in various self-defence techniques in addition to education on Dharma
A session on self-defence techniques has been an integral part of the daily routine for the students at Aarsha Vidya Samajam. It is also part of the overall curriculum being designed for students’excellence. All students and teachers, both women and men, are trained for physical and mental health as well as self-defence. These trainings include both traditional and modern martial arts.
– Acharya Sri K R Manoj
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