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National Education Day – Maulana Azad

  • child_care 4 children
  • schedule 50 mins
  • calendar_month November 11, 2024

Puzzle cube mosaic of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad

National Education Day in India is celebrated on November 11 every year, marking the birthday of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, who was a prominent freedom fighter, educationist, and the first Minister of Education in independent India. The day honors his contributions to the field of education and his role in shaping the educational landscape of the nation. Maulana Azad was instrumental in promoting education for all, emphasizing the importance of schools, and advocating for the establishment of institutions such as the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).

His vision for an educational system that is inclusive and accessible, transcending religious, economic, and social barriers. He is credited with the establishment of Jamia Millia Islamia University and played a pivotal role in the development of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). His deep belief in the power of education as a tool for social change continues to inspire generations. Through National Education Day, his ideals of promoting quality education for all remain a guiding force in India’s educational policies.

Children made Rubik's cube mural on National Education Day

Creators of the mosaic

  • Jyoti Sahu
  • Kishan Kumar Gandharv
  • Rakhi Verma
  • Vartika Verma

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