Analysis of educational philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi ji in Indian schools

Abstract

Mahatma Gandhi was a great Indian educationist and freedom fighter. He loves humanity. Truth and non-violence are the spirit of his philosophy. He was an idealist, naturalist as well pragmatist in practical life. He started a basic education scheme in the Indian education system for the allaround development of people. He is idealist in discipline, naturalistic in the learning experience, and pragmatic in lifestyle. Modern school education experiences and practices are reflections of Gandhi Ji’s thoughts. He wanted Ram Rajya in a country where everyone has equal opportunities to grow up maximum in spite of discrimination in region, language, color, religion, caste, and culture. Indian school education is highly influenced by the thoughts of Mahatma Gandhi.