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Who was significantly influenced by Western education?
What was Rabindranath Tagore's primary critique of colonial education?
What did Tagore believe was the fundamental purpose of education?
In which year was the Santiniketan school founded?
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Which educational model did Rabindranath Tagore base his school on?
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Study Notes
Rabindranath Tagore and Education
- Influenced by Western education, Rabindranath Tagore deeply critiqued the colonial education system.
- He criticized the emphasis on English language instruction, arguing it lacked relevance to children's lives and local context.
- Tagore believed that the fundamental purpose of education was to foster relationships of love and friendship, both among people and with nature.
Founding of Educational Institutions
- The Santiniketan school, inspired by ancient Vedic forest schools, was founded by Tagore in 1901.
- Visva-Bharati, established in 1921, aimed to promote mutual understanding and dialogue between Eastern and Western cultures.
Critique of Colonial Education
- Key defects of the colonial education system included:
- Neglect of native languages, leading to cultural disconnection and loss of heritage.
- Limited access to education, predominantly available to privileged classes, creating systemic inequality.
- Promotion of class distinctions, further entrenching social divides within society.
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Explore the thoughts and contributions of Rabindranath Tagore to education through this quiz. Test your knowledge on his critiques of colonial education, the founding of Santiniketan, and his philosophy of learning that emphasizes love and connection.
