New Strategies for Education

New Strategies for Education
WHAT ARE THE OBJECTIVE OF EDUCATION?

A)From the point of view of the SOCIETY or the NATION-
Is the society gorwing richer?
Is there enought material production and materialistic gains?
Does the socio-economic system permit equitable distribution of wealth and production?
Is there a reduction in the drudgery of the common man?
Does the environm,ent permit pursuit of excellence?
Does the environment permit inculcation and establishment of ethical and personal value systems alongwith pursuit of freedom and fearlessness?
Do the prople have a sense of commitment towards:
a) the society,
b) the cultural and philosophical heritage,
c) the nation?
Do people regard contentedness as a cherished value?
Does the society uphold truth as the ultimate goal?

B)From INDIVIDUAL’S point of view:-
The education for an individual,
- Must make him better equipped to earn his living.
- Must encourage him to the pursuit of excellence.
- Must build up the sense of belonging towards the society and the nation.
- Must build up the sense of compassion and friendliness towards others.
- Must bring in appreciation of social harmony.
- Must inculcate dignity of human life and human labour.

What system of Education can give us these? Read More