30/08/2026
Sitagu Buddhist Academy (Thanyin)
2025-2026 Academic Year
MA Final Dissertation Defense Viva Voce Program. Dated 30/08/2026
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Agenda
(1) The ceremony began with the recitation of "Namotassa" three times.
(2) An opening speech was given by the president Sayadow
(3) Dissertations were presented by the candidates.
(4) Questioning and evaluation were conducted by the examiners.
(5) Results were announced and closing remarks were given.
(6) The ceremony ended with the recitation of the "Sitagu" dedication.
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(1) 12:30 1:00 PM
Supervisor Dr. Sadhina
Student Ven. Kundala (SBA-TL-000981)
Dissertation Title An Analytical Study of the Issue Related to Donation in Theravada Buddhism based on the Dakkhinavibhanga Sutta
Internal Examiner Dr. Ketumala
External Examiner Dr. Vilasa (Yankin)
(2) 1:00 1:30 PM
Supervisor Dr. Ketumala
Student Ven. Sasana (SBA-TL-000730)
Dissertation Title An Analytical Study of Taking Refuge in the Theravada Buddha (Buddha Saraagamana) from the Theravada Buddhist Perspective
Internal Examiner Dr. Vilasa (Yankin)
External Examiner Dr. Khemananda
(3) 1:30 2:00 PM
Supervisor Dr. Suriya
Student Ven. Sundara (SBA-TL-000745)
Dissertation Title An Analytical Study of the Mental Attitudes of Virtuous Persons Based on Sutta Pitaka
Internal Examiner Dr. Villasa (Kantalu)
External Examiner Dr. Nanavara
Break 30 minutes
(4) 2:15 3:15 PM
Supervisor Dr. Succitta
Student Ven. Pannajota (SBA-TL-000817)
Dissertation Title An Analytical Study of the Four Wheels of Prosperity (Sampatticakka) from the Theravada Buddhist Perspective
Internal Examiner Dr. Khemananda
External Examiner Dr. Naninda
(5) 4:15 5:00 PM
Supervisor Dr. Khemananda (Khayan)
Student Ven. Jatila (SBA-TL-000496)
Dissertation Title A Study of the Harmony (Samagga) with special reference to Upakkilesa Sutta of the Uparipannasa Pali
Internal Examiner Dr. Sunandalankara
External Examiner Dr. Suriya
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to all those who contributed to the successful completion of the MA Final Dissertation Defense Viva Voce held on 30 August 2026 at Sitagu Buddhist Academy (Thanlyin)
We were profoundly grateful to our supervisors:
Dr. Sadhina
Dr. Ketumala
Dr. Suriya
Dr. Succitta
Dr. Sunandalankara
Dr. Khemananda (Khayan)
for their invaluable guidance, scholarly advice, and continuous encouragement throughout the research process.
We extended our sincere thanks to the internal examiners:
Dr. Ketumala
Dr. Vilasa (Yankin)
Dr. Vilasa (Kantalu)
Dr. Khemananda
Dr. Sadhina
Dr. Sunandalankara
for their thorough evaluation and constructive feedback.
We also expressed our heartfelt appreciation to the external examiners:
Dr. Vilasa (Yankin)
Dr. Khemananda
Dr. Nanavara
Dr. Naninda
Dr. Rajadhamma
Dr. Suriya
for their valuable insights, critical questions, and scholarly contributions that enriched the defense sessions.
We acknowledged with respect the student candidates:
Ven. Kundala
Ven. Sasana
Ven. Sundara
Ven. Pannajota
Ven. Jatila
for their dedication, hard work, and commitment to their research.
Our special thanks went to the administrative staff, faculty members, and supporting personnel of Sitagu Buddhist Academy for their tireless efforts in organizing the event smoothly and efficiently.
Finally, we were grateful to all the audience members and guests who attended the sessions and provided their moral support throughout the day.
This event marked a significant milestone in promoting academic excellence and Theravada Buddhist scholarship. We truly appreciated everyone's contribution.
Sitagu Buddhist Academy
Aung Chan Thar, Thanlyin, Yangon
30 August 2026
