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.

·         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.

·         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.

·         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