The Evolution of the Liberal Education System: An Historical Perspective

Abstract

The paper highlights the fundamental nature of education that goes beyond rote learning. The ancient education system in India, dating back thousands of years, it is a evidence to the rich legacy and scholar inheritance of the Indian subcontinent. Ethics and value education stayed at the core of learning in the ancient Indian education system. Modern education commences in India under British rule. Before the British, India had its own educational systems like the Gurukulas and the Madrassas. The current education system solely focuses on rote learning. The modernization of Indian civilization is said to have been facilitated by British control. The ancient education system in India was characterized by its holistic advance to learning.