Rajnath Singh Emphasises Character Over Degrees In Education
· India · Hindustan Times, The Hindu
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that education is incomplete if it provides a degree without fostering character and moral values. Speaking at the 11th convocation of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University in Lucknow, he urged students to cultivate broad-mindedness and avoid jealousy. Singh cited the life of B R Ambedkar, noting that the social reformer chose education over violence despite facing severe discrimination. He further advised students to aim for roles as employment generators rather than seekers, stressing that knowledge requires sensitivity to be meaningful.
Why it matters
This address sets a tone for academic institutions to prioritise moral development alongside technical skills, influencing how universities in India approach student growth.
Read the original report — Hindustan Times
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