SWAMI VIVEKANANDA'S EDUCATIONAL IDEALS: A PATHWAY TO HOLISTIC LEARNING IN INDIA

Abstract

This research study examines Swami Vivekananda's educational ideas and their potential to promote holistic learning in India. Late 19th-century Indian philosopher and spiritual leader Swami Vivekananda stressed the importance of education in individual and social development. His teachings illuminate the holistic approach to education, which includes physical, mental, moral, and spiritual dimensions. This study analyzes Vivekananda's educational perspective using his writings and speeches. He promoted balanced body, mind, and spirit growth, as well as intellectual and character development. Vivekananda thought education should teach ethics, social responsibility, and knowledge. Education is self-realization and empowerment, according to Vivekananda. His belief that education may awaken people's divinity and help them succeed is discussed. A well-rounded education system evaluates Vivekananda's emphasis on practical learning, critical thinking, and scientific temper. The paper evaluates current India's Vivekananda educational concepts. Problems in Indian education include routine learning, a lack of morals, and academic attention. Per Vivekananda's advice, Indian education might become more holistic and balanced to help students thrive. Swami Vivekananda's educational philosophy may support complete learning in India, according to this study. His ideas can help India’s education system develop smart, moral, socially responsible, and spiritually awakened pupils.