An Educational Philosophy of Swami Vivekananda: A Study

Author(s): Mayuri Verma and Dr. Vivel Kumar Pal

Abstract:

An education is essential for attaining success and a fulfilling life. It is a process by which an individual cultivates personal potential and becomes an engaged and productive member of society. Education significantly influences the development of an individual’s character. Education may catalyse social change by transforming individuals’ perspectives and attitudes. Individual and social competencies must be cultivated concurrently to produce a wholly unbiased individuality. Education is the principal agent of social and cultural transformations occurring within society. Education serves as a crucial agent of socialisation for younger generations to fulfil societal expectations. The enhancement of human resources is attainable through a well-structured educational curriculum. It is imperative that teachers assume greater accountability to initiate actions for societal reform, thereby contributing to national development. In the contemporary social landscape characterised by intense competition for material wealth and a crisis of values, it is essential to emphasise the philosophies of Swami Vivekananda for societal reconstruction by incorporating his ideas into the framework of human development through education. This study identifies the method to access the inner self, which exists universally, by transcending one’s ego to ultimately achieve the manifestation of perfection through education. This paper aims to examine an Educational Philosophy of Swami Vivekananda.

Keywords: Spiritual Education, Moral Values, Character Building, Self-Realization, Practical Knowledge, Indian Philosophy, Youth Empowerment, Ethical Education

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