International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development

This research paper is an in-depth analytical study of the educational values embedded in the Ramcharitmanas in the context of the Indian Knowledge System (IKS). While the Ramcharitmanas, authored by Goswami Tulsidas, is generally viewed as a devotional epic, this research analyzes it as a highly effective and practical 'pedagogy.' At a time when the global education sector is pivoting back toward human values and holistic development, the philosophy of the Ramcharitmanas serves as a guiding light. The primary objective of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is to create modern, globally competent citizens deeply rooted in Indian culture. This paper systematically explores fundamental educational values such as Swadharma (duty-bound ethics), Viveka (critical decision-making capacity), Vinaya (emotional intelligence), and Samuhikta (social responsibility) through various episodes of the Ramcharitmanas. The study clarifies how these eternal values can become the foundational pillars of 'Value-based Education' in modern classroom processes. The core focus of this research is on how the 'Guru-Shishya' (teacher-student) tradition and the moral development of characters in the Ramcharitmanas align with modern principles of 'Mentoring' and 'Social-Emotional Learning' (SEL). Through the analysis of episodes like those of Kevat and Shabari, the research highlights the dimensions of inclusive education and social equity. This paper asserts that integrating IKS into the modern curriculum is essential. The approach to education described in the Ramcharitmanas is not limited to developing intellectual skills but emphasizes character building and Self-realization. This research is not only significant from an academic perspective but also provides a theoretical and practical framework for the revival of the 'academic culture' proposed by NEP 2020. This study will be highly useful for researchers and educationists dedicated to integrating India's rich cultural heritage with modern pedagogical methods.

Satya Narayan Yadav, Dr.Nilesh Kumar Patel, Manjulata Gupta,"Ramcharitmanas in the Context of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS): An Analytical Study of Educational Values" International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, V9(3): Page(2229-2236) May-June 2026. ISSN: 2581-7175. www.ijsred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.