RAVANA represents a paradigm shift in AGI development by grounding artificial cognition in decades of cognitive science research, recent behavioral economics findings, and neuroscience insights. Rather than relying on large language models for core cognition, RAVANA employs a pressure-shaped developmental architecture that mimics human cognitive evolution. This comprehensive research framework incorporates:- Kahneman's Dual-Process Theory (System 1/System 2) with LIDA cognitive cycle implementation- Advanced Emotional Intelligence Models (Mayer-Salovey ability model)- Bayesian Cognitive Science for probabilistic reasoning and theory of mind- Modern Cognitive Dissonance Theory with mechanistic depth- Critical Thinking Frameworks grounded in cognitive foundations taxonomy- Behavioral Economics insights on biases, heuristics, and decision pathology The system is built on endogenous pressures that punish incoherence, prevent dogmatism, enable wisdom, and foster meaningful growth through costly coherence gain and cross-context identity verification.