Government of Assam has launched Sanskaar Shaala, a value-based education programme aimed at children aged 4–14 years, to complement formal schooling with ethical, cultural, and moral education rooted in India’s civilisational traditions.
Key Highlights
- Programme Name: Sanskaar Shaala
- Target Group: Children aged 4 to 14 years
- Inauguration: Launched in Guwahati by the Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Governor of Assam
- Nature of Programme: Value-based, non-formal education initiative
- Approach: Supplementary to regular schooling (not a replacement)
Objectives of Sanskaar Shaala
- Instil Indian cultural values at an early age
- Promote ethical conduct, moral discipline, and character building
- Encourage social responsibility and harmony among children
- Complement academic learning with value-oriented education
The initiative is guided by the Sanskrit maxim: “Sanskarah hi gunanam moolam”
(Values are the root of all virtues)
Focus Areas and Learning Sources
Sanskaar Shaala draws inspiration from ancient Indian knowledge systems and texts, including:
- Vedas
- Upanishads
- Ramayana and Mahabharata
- Bhagavad Gita
Through age-appropriate activities and teachings, children are introduced to core values such as:
- Truth (Satya)
- Duty (Dharma)
- Compassion (Karuna)
- Righteous conduct and self-discipline
Why Sanskaar Shaala Matters
- Addresses concerns about ethical erosion and social disconnect among younger generations
- Reinforces value education, which is often under-emphasised in formal curricula
- Supports holistic development—intellectual, moral, emotional, and social
- Helps nurture responsible citizens aligned with India’s cultural ethos
Value-Based Education in India
- Value education focuses on developing character, ethics, empathy, and civic sense alongside academic knowledge.
- It aligns with principles of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasises:
- Holistic development
- Indian knowledge systems
- Ethics, constitutional values, and responsible citizenship
- Such initiatives aim to balance modern education with cultural rootedness.