Lt Governor addresses seminar on Modern Education and Indian Culture & Tradition

GHAZIPUR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed a seminar on the “Role of modern education in preserving Indian Culture & Tradition”, at Ghazipur on Sunday.

In his keynote address, the Lt Governor highlighted the importance of the modern education system in preservation and promotion of culture and traditional knowledge & practices.

“Culture is the voice of society. India is witnessing a resurgence of cultural values and modern education is enabling the young generation to compete with global world while preserving ancient values,” the Lt Governor said.

Modern education has maintained a fine balance between traditions and technology, between science and sanskar. The National Education Policy too focuses on the overall development of the youth while ensuring they have access to best global standards of education, he said.

The Lt Governor also spoke on reform in education sector and its impact on School and Higher Education.

Reform in education has given new impetus to the cultural revival and the foundation of a bright future has been laid through the modern education system. There is a renewed interest towards Indian culture, ethics and moral values and a new consciousness is taking shape, he said.