Bhikhan Lal Atreya (1897–1967) was an Indian writer and scholar, known for his writings on the
Hindu scripture,
Yogavasishtha.
He was a professor of philosophy at
Banaras Hindu University and did academic research on
parapsychology and
mysticism.
''The Yogavāsistha and Its Philosophy'',
''The essence of Yogavāsiṣṭha''
and ''An Introduction to Parapsychology''
are some of his notable books. The Government of India awarded him the third highest civilian honour of the
Padma Bhushan, in 1957, for his contributions to literature and education.
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Yogavasishtha
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Recipients of the Padma Bhushan in literature & education
1897 births
1967 deaths
20th-century Indian philosophers
Academic staff of Banaras Hindu University
Indian religious writers
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