Author: Sayan Bose, Riku Majumdar & Dr. Shyamsundar Bairagya
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/04030050
Abstract: The Indian Knowledge System (IKS), rooted in the country’s ancient philosophy, science, and culture, is still recognised in contemporary discourse.IKS is slowly fading away because of modernization and noninclusion in the formal educational curriculum. Inclusion of Indigenous Knowledge Systems within educational programs is highlighted in the newly developed National Education Policy (NEP) of India, introduced in 2020. The present study aims to explore the role of indigenous pedagogical practices in preserving IKS. The study makes use of a qualitative research design, which involves literature reviews and analysis of conventional practices. The findings show that these pedagogical practices not only facilitate the transmission of knowledge but also promote value based education, cultural identity, and practical life skills. The study concludes that integrating indigenous pedagogies into the formal education system is essential for the preservation and promotion of IKS, ensuring cultural continuity and sustainable development.
Keywords: Indigenous Pedagogical Practices, IKS, Sustainability, Life skills, Panchpadi.
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