This present publication is a comprehensive survey of all aspects of education in India, both in the ancient and modern age. It covers everything from the Vedic period to Cyber era. The role of the various traditions and the techniques are discussed elaborately. The role of the teachers, importance of professional training and the impact of the peculiar features of Indian education on the society are also dealt with. The first volume outlines the educational concept and practices prevailed in India from ancient age to 1947. The brahmanical concepts, gurukul education practices, the colonial education, madrassa education etc., are elaborately discussed. The second volume describes the educational system of post independent India. It analyses the revolutionary changes taking place in the educational system for the last five decades. The impact of modern technologies and globalisation in Indian education system are comprehensively covered. It also deals with emerging trends and challenges in the field. It is hoped that this encyclopaedic study would be highly useful for educational planners, policy makers, teachers, students and all those engaged in research and development.
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