The Uttarakhand government has formally recommended that the Bhagavad Gita and the Ramayana be included in the NCERT school syllabus, as part of a move to instill moral, spiritual, and cultural values in students.
This recommendation was submitted during a National Curriculum Framework (NCF) meeting, where state representatives shared curriculum feedback for future updates.
🧠 Why This Matters
Including ancient epics like the Bhagavad Gita and the Ramayana isn't just a cultural move — it’s a statement on:
National identity
Moral education
Social cohesion
Curriculum decolonization
While Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh have introduced similar modules at the state level, Uttarakhand is now pushing for a nationwide integration through NCERT.
📊 Educational and Socio-Political Implications
✅ Educational Benefits:
Teaches ethical decision-making through stories and dialogues
Improves understanding of Indian history, culture, and language
Encourages students to reflect on duty (dharma) and life values
🔄 Controversies and Challenges:
Potential debates over secularism vs. religious education
Need for balanced representation of diverse Indian philosophies
Risk of politicization of educational content
🔍 Vizzve Insight: Investing in Cultural Capital
At Vizzve Finance, we understand that national educational reforms often signal long-term socio-economic trends. Here’s why this move could matter:
EdTech firms with Indian values-focused content may see growth
Rise in demand for vernacular publishing and moral education products
Boost in heritage tourism and cultural media consumption
Reinforcement of India’s soft power and global spiritual identity
🧠 What’s Already in Place?
Uttarakhand is already teaching ‘Vedic studies’ and ‘moral science’ through modules introduced in state-run schools in 2023. Now, with the CBSE syllabus under revision by NCERT, the proposal aims for a centralized rollout.
If accepted, this could influence:
Class 6–10 language and literature curriculum
Moral Science/Value Education modules
Cross-discipline topics in philosophy, ethics, and history
🙋 FAQs
Q1. What has Uttarakhand proposed to NCERT?
They recommended including Bhagavad Gita and Ramayana in the national school syllabus to promote Indian values.
Q2. Is this already done in other states?
Yes. Gujarat, UP, and MP have introduced similar content locally, but Uttarakhand’s proposal is for a national level inclusion via NCERT.
Q3. How would this impact students?
If balanced and age-appropriate, it could enhance ethical thinking, language skills, and cultural awareness.
Q4. Does this affect private schools?
If approved by NCERT, CBSE and affiliated boards including private schools may be required to include this in their syllabus.
Published on : 16th July
Published by : SMITA
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