Omkar Prasad Baidya
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| Omkar Prasad Baidya | |
| Born | 03 December 1984 (age 41) Agartala, Tripura, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | MBBS (2009), MD Physiology (2012) |
| Alma mater | Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, Imphal; King George's Medical University, Lucknow |
| Occupation | Physician, Philosopher, Author, Educationist |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Known for | Moral philosophy, universal ethics, world peace research |
| Notable works | A Path to World Peace |
| Awards | Bharat Sree Award; Best Citizen of India Award (2022) |
| Spouse(s) | Not publicly disclosed |
| Parents | Subhash Chandra Baidya (father); Sabita Baidya (mother) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Omkar Prasad Baidya is an Indian physician, philosopher, author, and educationist. He previously served as an associate professor of physiology at a medical college in Kolkata. He is widely known for his research on moral philosophy, intrinsic morality, universal ethics, and world peace. His theories focus on how human virtues and moral values shape societies and global harmony.
He has proposed original philosophical models on moral equations, innate morality, and the biological basis of ethics. His writings have received national and international recognition.
Early Life and Education
[edit | edit source]Omkar Prasad Baidya was born on 3 December 1984 in Agartala, Tripura. He studied at Shishu Bihar Higher Secondary School, followed by MBBS (2009) and MD (Physiology) in 2012 from the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, Imphal.
In 2013, he joined the Post MD–PhD program funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) at King George’s Medical University, Lucknow, completing his PhD in 2019.
He has also received training and certifications from institutions such as Harvard Medical School, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Yale University, Boston University, and the University of Toronto.
Career
[edit | edit source]Baidya has worked as an associate professor in the Department of Physiology at ESIC-PGIMSR and ESI Medical College, Joka, Kolkata. He has developed philosophical frameworks merging science, morality, and human values.
His central idea states that morality has two forms:
- Intrinsic morality – present within living organisms by nature
- Acquired morality – shaped through education, society, and culture
He emphasizes that world peace is directly dependent on human morality and leadership driven by virtues such as compassion, forgiveness, and nonviolence.
Notable Works & Philosophy
[edit | edit source]Baidya’s writings explore the scientific and philosophical roots of morality. In *Morality Beyond the Human Brain*, he proposed a mathematical model explaining how nature implants moral capacity in all living beings.
His follow-up work expands on acquired vs. innate morality and their roles in survival and human development.
His book *A Path to World Peace* explains how human virtues and a universal ethical system can guide society toward harmony.
Other writings explore the idea of a universal religion, divine moral planning, and the cosmic nature of ethics.
Books
[edit | edit source]1. *A Path to World Peace* – SBS Enterprise, Kolkata 2. *Universal Ethics and World Peace: My Philosophy of Life* – The Orange Publisher 3. *Morality Beyond the Human Brain* – The Orange Publisher 4. *Nature and Morality* – Good Writers Publisher (2023) 5. *Human Development, Morality and Peace* (2024) 6. *Great Quotes and Words That Inspire and Shape Human Lives* (2024)
Achievements and Recognition
[edit | edit source]Awards and honors received include:
- Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Award
- Dr. B. R. Ambedkar International Award
- Mahatma Gandhi Nobel Peace Award
- Nelson Mandela Nobel Peace Award
- Asia Peace Prize
- Bharat Bhushan Samman
- Gandhi Mandela Award
- Bharat Sree Award
- Rashtriya Sadhbhavana Award
- Best Citizen of India Award (2022)
References
[edit | edit source]1. Article on Omkar Prasad Baidya’s ethical philosophy 2. News feature on his educational achievements 3. Coverage of his medical and academic work 4. Profiles highlighting his contributions in moral philosophy 5. Articles listing him among influential personalities