Values and Responsible Citizenship
"Love and compassion are
necessities not luxuries. Without them , humanity cannot survive."
Dalai Lama
To live ethically and to uphold the values of
our country, the onus of responsibility descend on each individual of the
society. Practising acts of kindness and compassion are indispensable
ingredients of a firm foundation. A nation would survive and flourish if people
are committed to good character and an unyielding dedication to liberty and
justice for all.
Citing examples from the glorious ancient
history of India, Rig Veda , Bhagwat Gita and Ramayana preach the fundamental values, harmony, tolerance, righteousness , respect
for nature and respect for the supreme.
The
goal of learning is to nurture the zeal in every child to pursue their own
well being while also being considerate
to the feelings of fellow beings.
Developing a strong and positive character lead us to the enormous contributions
to society. A strong character is an accumulation of set of qualities or values
that shape our thoughts and actions and mold us as a responsible citizen.
A
responsible citizen abides by all the law and order of the country and adhere to
his or her duties as called upon. He is one of the dominant pillars of the
country.
Moral values play a crucial role in enabling
a child to take fair decisions and to be honest and credible.
Instilling the below mentioned values at an
early age assure to build a positive character in a child.
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Gratitude – Imbibe the value to be grateful to everything children have in
their life. It boosts their moral compass and affirms the belief in universal
brotherhood.
·
Kindness – The acts of kindness restore our faith in humanity. The kindness
shown to all living and non living beings repays in manifolds. It provides a
perspective that shapes attitudes and beliefs towards various aspects of life.
·
Being emphatic – Shedding a few drops of tears in someone’s bad time gives us an
insight to understand the trauma he is going through.
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Maintaining mental peace – It is vital to stay physically as well as mentally strong in every
phase of life. Children must be prepared for challenges of life and be ready to
accept victory or defeat in a heroic manner
·
Bouncing back stronger- Failure and success are the two sides of a coin. The one who learns
from his experiences and bounces back stronger is considered the real hero in
this world.
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Compassion and co-operation – Practicing a co-operative and compassionate spirit manifest the
true objective of your life.
We need to inculcate these
values in our future generation to promote the culture and heritage of our
country. The role played by school education is paramount in promoting and sustaining such
values in children.
Neha Mathur
Teacher
