The editorial “Religion, culture and values” (Aug. 2) aptly portrays the limited agenda of a few. The ruling BJP and others should not be carried away by the rhetoric of Indianising education. Although there is scope for improvement, our academic courses are comparable to world class programmes. We need an open mind to welcome world views and knowledge. We should remember that thousands of eminent and experienced professors form the boards of studies and other academic bodies, and spend considerable time on developing school curriculum.
G. Stanley Jeyasingh,
Nagercoil
At a time when the revival of education to give it a global edge has become the need of the hour, the proposal to ‘Indianise’ the system will only take it towards the medieval era. We need to develop a scientific temper and global know-how among youngsters to enable them to thrive in this ever shrinking global village. Imbibing values and traditions in children should not be confused with putting blinkers to their thinking.
Rashmi Ravindranath,
Bangalore
Indianising education is not Hindu-isation of education. By imparting moral values and principles, we will only help students. Don’t all religions preach the same? We are proud to say we are Indians. Then why not take pride in Indian education?
Carani Yamini,
Hyderabad
