Swami Dharmabandhu’s Perspective: Education Should Be Learning-Based, Not Just Pass or Fail

CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: At Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication, a special lecture was organized on the topic “Guru-Shishya Tradition: In the Current Context.” The lecture, held in the Dronacharya Hall under the auspices of the Bharat Muni Research Chair, was chaired by the university’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. K.G. Suresh. The main speaker was Swami Dharmabandhu, founder of the Vedic Mission Trust, Rajkot, Gujarat.

In his address, Prof. Suresh emphasized the crucial role of a guru in building society. He noted that it is important to understand the role of a guru and whether it is being effectively fulfilled. Prof. Suresh highlighted the significant importance given to the role of a guru in the National Education Policy. He stressed that the relationship in the guru-shishya tradition should extend beyond education and be lifelong. He also emphasized the need to make classrooms engaging. According to Prof. Suresh, the current era is one of digital revolution, and the knowledge gained from information should be imparted to students. He mentioned the necessity for teachers to stay continuously updated and praised Swami Dharmabandhu for his efforts in promoting national stories, involving mathematicians and scientists, and fostering a sense of patriotism.

As the main speaker, Swami Dharmabandhu said that we must manage our natural resources carefully. Referring to statistics, he mentioned that 70% of the world’s economic resources were held by China and India. He noted that India was once economically prosperous and suggested that we should think about how to enhance resources in India. He also highlighted the importance of learning in the guru-shishya tradition, stating that education should be learning-based rather than merely pass or fail. Swami Dharmabandhu emphasized self-learning and introspection to become a better person. The lecture was coordinated by Prof. Girish Upadhyay, Coordinator of the Bharat Muni Research Chair, who also expressed gratitude.