On the birth anniversary of Swami Shraddhanand, renowned Yog Guru Baba Ramdev made a significant pledge to promote the Gurukul system of education and reject the Macaulay system. Speaking to the media, Ramdev emphasized the importance of returning to traditional values while ensuring India’s educational future is aligned with its ancient wisdom. “Today, on the birth anniversary of Swami Shraddhanand we take a pledge to establish the Gurukul system and will buycott the Macaulay system of education,” said Ramdev, highlighting his belief in a traditional approach to learning. On February 2, 1835, British historian and politician Thomas Babington Macaulay delivered his ‘Minute on Indian Education,’ which sought to establish the need for Indian ‘natives’ to receive an English education. The Yog Guru also acknowledged the contribution of Arya Samaj in shaping modern India, adding, “In today’s India, Arya Samaj has a lot of contributions to it. We have a Prime Minister who doesn’t hesitate to call himself a Sanatani.” Arya Samaj is a socio-religious reform movement that emerged in India during the 19th century. Founded by Swami Dayanand Saraswati in 1875, Arya Samaj aimed to revive the Vedic way of life and counter the influences of colonialism, social injustices, and religious orthodoxy. The movement played a crucial role in shaping modern Indian society, particularly in the areas of education, religion, and social reform. Ramdev expressed confidence in the nation’s future, stating, “We will accomplish the dream of Viksit Bharat even before 2047.” (ANI)
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