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International Journal of Contemporary Research in Multidisciplinary

International Journal of Contemporary Research In Multidisciplinary, 2023;2(6):27-32

Role of Education for Sustainable Development in India

Author Name: Amritpal Kaur

Abstract

In every field, sustainable development (SD) is an imperative necessity. Innovation and research in education for sustainable development are becoming vital components of the educational system. Education is a crucial component of SD that can help build a means of accomplishing its intended purpose. SD is not a brand-new idea in society. They've undergone extensive discussions in almost every academic setting about understanding the definition and idea of SD in a non-academic environment. The educational approach known as Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) places a strong emphasis on the development of the values, beliefs, skills, and understanding required to build a sustainable future. ESD aims to provide students with the independence to act and adopt thoughtful choices that will advance sustainability and address urgent global issues and constraints, including social inequity, biodiversity loss, and climate change. Elements related to sustainability are incorporated into ESD from a variety of backgrounds and educational stages, ranging from early childhood schooling to higher education and more. It seeks to assist lifelong learning, to develop critical thinking, creativity, innovation, and participation in society. The foundation of ESD is the knowledge that education may significantly influence how people behave both individually and collectively, as well as promote a sustainable society. Education for the Development of Sustainability offers people the chance to acquire the values, attitudes, skills, and information needed to create a sustainable future. In conclusion, this paper highlights the role and significance of education for sustainable development in practices related to education in India. Educational institutions have the opportunity to lead the way in promoting sustainability and equipping students for a sustainable future by tackling issues and suggesting ways to incorporate sustainable development into all disciplines of education.

Keywords

Sustainable development, Education, National Education Policy-2020, Sustainable development goals