Focus on moral values in education, says Pralhad Joshi

Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted the significance of moral and cultural education in schools, asserting that it holds greater importance than merely preparing students for competitive exams that prioritize high grades and marks, as reported on Sunday in Hubballi. Delivering his remarks during the Prathiba Puraskar event organized by the Akhila Karnataka Brahmana Mahasabha and Saptarshi Foundation to recognize top-performing students in SSLC and PU classes for the 2025-26 academic year, Joshi expressed his apprehension over the escalating competitive spirit among students, which he believes has not been matched by a rise in cultural values.

He pointed out that while the occurrence of students scoring more than 90% to 95% has markedly increased over recent years, this surge has not translated into a corresponding enhancement in cultural values. Joshi urged both students and their parents to steer clear of the relentless pursuit of marks and instead focus on nurturing cultural and moral values.

He cautioned against succumbing to the excessive adoption of Western culture, which, in his view, has contributed to the erosion of family systems and human relationships.