Bridging Tradition and Modern Education: The Role of Indian Knowledge System in Shaping Learning and Society

Dr. Amruta Suhas Misal

Abstract: Indian knowledge tradition is a perennial flow of the Ganga. Ganga is a symbol of purity and liberations it descended from heaven to give moksha to the people of Yog Bhumi Bharata. Indian Knowledge System aspired to know everything that the mind can comprehend from tiny atoms to the universe. Vedas are the oldest and richest source of Indian Knowledge Systems based on spiritual knowledge. The Indian Knowledge System (IKS) is one of the significant aspects of the National Education Policy curriculum. Indian Knowledge System has a notable influence on Higher Education as well. The Youth do get influenced by the Knowledge system. The Indian Higher Education model preaches Holistic Education for youth of the Nation, Ethics through Indian Ethos, inclusive workforce & social communities etc. By fostering collaboration between IKS practitioners and academic institutions, we can bridge the knowledge gap and leverage the potential of IKS to enhance human well - being. National Educational Policy fosters the creation of language resources and technology to facilitate the Indian Knowledge System as it recognizes its importance for disseminating indigenous knowledge. The National Education Policy 2020 envisions a massive revolution in India?s education sector, underpinned by Indian Knowledge System. India possesses an immense wealth of knowledge, with numerous manuscripts yet to be explored. Traditionally Indian Knowledge, described as the 14 Vidya (4 Veda, 4 Upveda, 6 Vedanga) and 64 Kala which encompasses philosophy, practical education, arts, skills, craftsmanship, agriculture, health and science.

Keywords: Indian Knowledge System, Higher Education and National Education System NEP 2020)