Author: Dr. Pankaj Kumar Paul
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/03030033
Abstract: The Indian education system has evolved through a long historical trajectory, beginning with the Gurukula tradition and culminating in contemporary frameworks integrating Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) with modern education. Rooted in philosophical, spiritual, and experiential learning, ancient Indian education emphasized holistic development, ethical conduct, and societal responsibility. Colonial interventions introduced formal schooling and Western epistemologies, leading to structural transformation but also epistemic displacement. In post-independence India, constitutional ideals, policy reforms, and recent initiatives such as NEP 2020 have sought to harmonize indigenous knowledge with global educational demands. This paper critically examines the philosophical foundations, historical evolution, pedagogical practices, and contemporary challenges of the Indian education system, highlighting the relevance of IKS in modern education.
Keywords: Indian Education System, Gurukula, Indian Knowledge Systems, Nep 2020, Educational Philosophy.
Page No: 305-308