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Science Education as a Catalyst for Integrating Indian Knowledge Systems in Rural Communities with Urban Modernism

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Title Science Education as a Catalyst for Integrating Indian Knowledge Systems in Rural Communities with Urban Modernism
 
Creator NAIR, HARSHITH B
 
Subject Indian Knowledge system
Science Education
Modernism
Traditional Knowledge
 
Description 4-21
In the pursuit of a harmonious and integral vision for India's
development, the role of science education emerges as a vital catalyst
for bridging the profound gap between rural communities steeped in
Indian knowledge systems and urban centers epitomizing modernism.
This paper embarks on a transformative journey to explore how
science education can serve as a powerful bridge, enabling the
exchange of knowledge, practices, and innovations between these
contrasting worlds. It seeks to promote mutual understanding,
sustainability, and holistic development by facilitating a dynamic
dialogue between tradition and modernity in line with the theme of
the conference.
Within rural India, rich repositories of traditional knowledge
systems have thrived for centuries, providing insights into sustainable
agriculture, natural resource management, and holistic well-being.
These traditional practices, often overlooked in the urban landscape,
possess profound relevance and applicability in addressing
contemporary urban challenges, including sustainable living,
ecological resilience, and cultural enrichment.
Concurrently, urban India is marked by the rapid advent of
modernism, which has brought about both unprecedented
opportunities and challenges. While modernization has led to
economic growth and technological advancement, it has also posed a
threat to traditional practices, cultural diversity, and ecological
balance. Urban centers have much to gain from integrating the
wisdom of rural communities, not only for their own sustainable
development but also as a gesture of preserving and honoring India's
cultural heritage. At the heart of this transformative process lies science
education—a dynamic, inclusive, and adaptable medium for
fostering cross-cultural understanding and knowledge exchange.
Science education has the potential to transcend geographical and
cultural boundaries, offering a platform for rural and urban India
to engage in a constructive dialogue. By incorporating the
principles of traditional Indian knowledge systems into modern
curricula, science education can empower individuals with a
holistic understanding of sustainable living, environmental
stewardship, and cultural diversity.
This paper presents a comprehensive exploration of how
science education initiatives have successfully bridged the ruralurban
knowledge divide in India. Through a careful analysis of
case studies and success stories, it demonstrates the tangible
impacts and outcomes of educational programs that have fostered
cross-cultural learning and knowledge sharing. Additionally, the
paper identifies and addresses the challenges and barriers that
have impeded this integration, offering pragmatic strategies for
overcoming these obstacles.
 
Date 2024-06-28T10:22:10Z
2024-06-28T10:22:10Z
2024-10
 
Type Article
 
Identifier 2278-2796 (Online); 2278-2788 (Print)
http://nopr.niscpr.res.in/handle/123456789/64104
https://doi.org/10.56042/jst.v12i1.8719
 
Language en
 
Publisher NIScPR-CSIR, India
 
Source JST Vol.12(01) [2024]