Gurukul system of education

THE GURUKUL SYSTEM AND WHY INDIAN EDUCATION NEEDS TO ADOPT IT


The gurukul system of education has been in existence since ancient times. It was more prevalent during the Vedic age where shishyas [students] were taught various subjects and about how to live a cultured and disciplined life by their Gurus [teacher]. The Gurukul aims to provide shishyas a holistic way of education. The major objectives of the Gurukul System of Education are as follows:
  • Holistic development
  • Personality growth
  • Spiritual awakening
  • Awareness about nature and society
  • Self-control and physical fitness
  • Discipline.


The Gurukuls mainly focus on imparting learning to the shishyas in a natural surrounding where the shishyas lived with each other with harmony, brotherhood, humanity, love, and discipline. The essential teaching includes subjects like language, science, mathematics through group discussions, self-learning. Not only this, but the Gurukuls focus was also given on arts, sports, crafts, singing that developed their intelligence and critical thinking. Activities such as yoga, meditation, mantra chanting etc generated positivity and peace of mind and made them fit. It was important to do daily chores on own with a motive to develop practical skills in them. Later the knowledge was passed from one generation to another generation. 

The Gurukul system is more affordable than the modern education system. Students do not have to pay tuition, and they are often provided with food and lodging by their Gurus [teachers]
 
Indian education needs to adopt this system because:

To bring Improvement in the quality of education: 
The aim of Gurukul system can help to improve the quality of education in India by providing a more holistic approach to learning. Here the students are not just taught academic subjects, but also ethics, moral values, life skills, and physical fitness, sports, communication etc This helps them to develop into well-rounded individuals who are prepared for life.

To reduce dropout rates: 
The Gurukul system can help to reduce the dropout rate in India by making education more affordable and accessible. Students do not have to pay tuition, and they are often provided with food and lodging by their teachers. This makes it possible for students from all backgrounds to get an education.

Promoting national unity: 
Gurukuls can help to promote national unity in India by bringing shishyas [students] from different-diverse backgrounds together. Students live and learn together, which helps them to develop a sense of belonging to a larger community. This can help to reduce prejudice and discrimination.

To preserve cultural values: 
This system can help to preserve India's cultural heritage by teaching students about their history and traditions. Students learn about the values and beliefs that have shaped Indian society, which helps them to develop a sense of pride in their culture.



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