Relevance of Guru-Shishya Parampara in 21st Century Global Higher Education
Author(s): 1. Shrinil Kishorbhai Rathod, 2. Divyesh Himmatlal Bhatt
Authors Affiliations:
1. Assistant Professor, Bavisgam B.Ed. college, Sardar Patel University, Anand, Gujarat.
2. Assistant Professor, Anand College of Education, Sardar Patel University, Anand, Gujarat.
DOIs:10.2017/IJRCS/202604006 | Paper ID: IJRCS202604006Abstract:
The Guru-Shishya Parampara, one of the oldest and most revered educational traditions of ancient India, represents a model of teaching and learning that transcends the boundaries of time and culture. Rooted in the principle that true education is the transformation of the whole person - intellectually, morally, and spiritually- this tradition offers a philosophical and practical framework of remarkable depth. This article examines the relevance of the Guru–Shishya Parampara in the context of 21st century global higher education through five core thematic connections: personalized learning, mentorship, holistic development, experiential learning, and value-based ethical education. Using a conceptual and analytical methodology, the study finds strong and substantive alignment between the foundational principles of this ancient tradition and the most pressing needs of contemporary education systems worldwide. The findings suggest that integrating the core wisdom of the Guru-Shishya tradition into modern higher education frameworks can meaningfully address the relational, ethical, and developmental gaps that technological advancement alone cannot fill.
Shrinil Kishorbhai Rathod, Divyesh Himmatlal Bhatt (2026); Relevance of Guru-Shishya Parampara in 21st Century Global Higher Education, International Journal of Research Culture Society, ISSN(O): 2456-6683, Volume – 10, Issue – 4, Available on – https://ijrcs.org/
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