Hindu University of America aims to instill a lifelong passion for learning and a commitment to living in harmony with the world. The university encourages critical thinking, academic excellence, and spiritual growth, empowering students to explore their identities, find purpose in their lives, and engage constructively in society to serve humanity. The readings in the modern Hinduism course will explore the writings of these thinkers, who engaged in dialogues with Western scholars and missionaries to articulate the concept of Hinduism. The English-speaking elite, particularly associated with reform movements like Brahmo Samaj, Prarthana Samaj, and Arya Samaj, played a pivotal role in this process. They advocated for a more inclusive and progressive interpretation of Hinduism, emphasizing ethical reflection, individual self-discipline, and nationalistic fervor.