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Monthly Archives: July 2017

Tribute To Professor Yashpal: Science Is Not Devoid Of Philosophic And Cultural Vision

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The New Leam pays homage to Professor Yash Pal (1926-2017). He was a gifted scientist known for his path-breaking work in cosmic rays physics. He was guided by the spirit of scientific enquiry; he was an institution-builder; and above all, he was a great educationist with immense sensitivity to pedagogy, cultural fineness and civilizational issues. In a way, he was an embodiment of the oceanic flow of knowledge traditions.

Performing Arts in Creative Pedagogy

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The evolution of pedagogy and the constant process of reinventing oneself to meet the challenges of a holistic education are central concerns of every pedagogue. It is in this context that the performing arts play such an important role, let us explore how.

Which of the following symbols is correct for your university to adopt?

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THE NEW LEAM HUMOR The vice-chancellor of a leading university in the country has been asked to answer the following question on an OMR sheet: Which...

The Most Crucial Tasks are Often the Most Neglected Ones

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Environmental degradation and the lack of large scale mobilizations to check its devastating impacts have brought before us an unprecedented challenge. It is reinforced by the paradox that many other insignificant matters do not allow serious action on an issue as grave and serious as this, can we think of an alternative that is beyond rhetoric?

Sainik School Training to become Compulsory in School

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While military discipline and strict rules are to be introduced in all schools the implications it will have on education as an important social institution will remain to be seen. Please share your ideas, opinions and comments on this important recent step by the MHRD.

Why are our rivers dying?

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// Rivers are one of the most fundamental natural resources and are indispensable for human civilisation. It is because of rivers that for...

Hang me, I have not changed :The tales of pain, social neurosis and loss...

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In this reflexive piece Uttam—a theatre activist situated in West Bengal—reflects on his hometown, the ugly changes it is passing through, and its devastating...

The Philosopher and the Skipper

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Stories have been part of all mystical traditions and have been used over the years not only for entertainment but for sharing the greatest...

The Indian Presidential Elections and the revival of important questions

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As India faces yet again the presidential elections it is time we rethink some fundamental questions that we have forgotten in the mist of political rhetoric. Can these questions be overlooked or is it time we gathered the courage to address them?

A Glimpse into the Nature Lover’s World

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Ranjit Lal is one of the most well-known and widely read nature writers of India , in an exclusive interview with The New Leam he shares with us memories of his childhood, his take on the contemporary agenda of development and why he prioritizes the need for young learners to nourish creativity and follow their passion even in a time where techno-gadgets have predominated our lives. Excerpts from the interview.

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