Rajendra Shukla
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Rajendra Shukla is a well known Gujarati
poet
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Introduction to Kavi Shri Rajendra Shukla
Name: Rajendra Shukla
Father: Anantray Shukla
Mother: Vidyagauri
Place of Birth: Bantwa, Dist. Junagadh
, Gujarat.
Date of Birth: 12 October 1942.
Native place and the point of beginning and the source inspiration: Mt. Giranar, Junagadh city, Gujarat.
Marriage: in 1974 with Nayana Jani, M.A. with entire English, First in Gujarat University
, winner of F. C. Dawar Gold Medal (daughter of well-known scholar and folklorist Prof. Kanubhai Jani).
Birth of son – Dhaivat – in 1975.
Birth of son – Jajvalya – in 1977.
Education
Primary:
Mainly at Bantwa, up to 1954. (at Jamnagar
and Bhavnagar
for short intervals in between)
Secondary and Higher-secondary:
Majevadi (dist. Junagadh) up to 1956.
Junagadh – Bahadurkhanji High School up to 1957.
Ahmedabad
– H. B Kapadia High School (SSC) 1960
College education:
Junagadh – Bahauddin College (Inter Arts) up to 1963.
Ahmedabad – L. D. Arts College (B.A. Sanskrit-Prakrit)up to 1965
Ahmedabad – School of Languages, Gujarat University (M.A. Sanskrit-Prakrit, special subject Indian Poetics) up to 1967.
Teaching
Chhota Udaipur
– Shri Natavarshimhji Arts College, 1967-1969 (Graduate Level)
Ahmedabad – Gujarat Vidyapith, 1969-1970 (Postgraduate Level)
Patan (North Gujarat) – Kotawala Arts College, 1970-1971 (Graduate & Postgraduate Levels)
Ahmedabad – Vivekanand Arts College 1972-1973, part time (Graduate Level)
Dahod
– Navjivan Arts College, 1972–1973, part time (Graduate & Postgraduate Levels)
Dahod – Navjivan Arts College, 1973–1977, full time (Graduate & Postgraduate Levels)
Dahod – R. and L. Pandya High school, 1977-1982 (Supernumerary Lecturer, High School.
Voluntary Retirement
In 1982 – in search of a “meaningful alternative to the prevalent educational system”, in order to devote time and energy for the education of their children.
1982 onwards -
Constant active observation of his children’s self-education, reflection upon education and poetry writing.
Publications
First poem published in prestigious Gujarati magazine “Kumar”. Thereafter, continued publication of poems in other literary magazines like Kumar, Kruti, Ray, Kavita, Milap, Kavilok, Vishvamanav, Kankavati, Shabdasrushti, Navneet-Samarpan, Gujarat, Abhiyan etc.
Anthologies
First anthology “Komal Rishabh”, 1970. Re-print in 1983. (out of print at present)
Second anthology “Sva-Vachak Ni Shodh” – A long poem, 1973, (out of print at present)
Third Anthology “Antar Gandhar”, 1981 (out of print at present)
Fourth Publication – “Ghazal Samhita”, 2005.- a collection of more than 450 Ghazals in five “Mandala-s” (parts). 1. “Sabhar Suraahi”, 2. “Meghdhanunaa Dhaal Par”, 3, “Aa Ame Nikalyaa”, 4. “Jhalhal Padaav”, 5. “Ghir Aayi Girnaari Chhaya.
Audio CDs
Paathpratishthaa Vol. 1 – Recititation of poems in his own voice (other than Ghazals), 2007
Paathpratishthaa Vol. 2 – Recitation of Poems in his own voice (Ghazals), 2007.
Sahrudaya Samaksha Vol. 1 – A collection of archival audio recordings from 1981 to 2006 from various public poetry recitation programmers.
Installation of a stone inscription (શિલાલેખ)
One of his inspired poems “Divya Setu” (A divine bridge) was inscribed on a rock at Mt. Girnar Velly, at Rupayatan, Junagadh, on behest of Shri Morari Bapu. The inauguration of this inscription was done by Shri Morari Bapu at time of the Narsimha Mehta Award ceremony. (read poem)
Website
The poet’s official website was created and launched by connoisseurs of his poetry in June 2007. The URL is http://www.rajendrashukla.com
Awards and Accolades
In Detail
The poet is a multifaceted versatile personality. His poems are nothing but a sheer joy of creation, nothing but a celebration of The Living itself.
He is a scholarly person; his knowledge of Sanskrit
, Prakrit
, Apabhraumsha and Old Gujarati languages gives him a complete background of evolution of the language and literature and culture of India
from Vedic Era to the present, contributing to the language and diction of his poetry.
He is well versed in modern currents of literature and literary trends and of course, present day Gujarati language which is enriched by his first hand acquaintance with the dialects of Saurashtra region of Gujarat. On the other hand, he is equally conversant with the culture and long and rich tradition of Urdu poetry as well. All this gives a unique colour to his creations.
The poet has imbibed many undercurrents of living – mystic, metaphysical, philosophical and cultural, the Classical tradition of Vedas
and Upanishads, Jainism
and Buddhism
and the tradition of medieval Saints and Sufis.
So the world of his poetry is enriched by the experiences of the sages and seers like Yagnavalkya, Nachiketa, Vishvamitra, Asthaavakra etc. This thread is continued to Chaitana Mahaprabu, Sant Gyaneshwar, Sant Tukaram
, Kabir
Saheb, Mansur, Nanak Saheb, Meerabai, Kavi Narsinh Mehta
, Akho
, Dada Mekaran, Dayaram
up to Nhanalal, Kalapi, Balwantray Thakore
, Kavi Kant
and Sagar Maharaj to enlist only a few, and of course the folk and oral continuity, lore and literature of the bardic traditions.
As a result, the language of his poetry uses a greater vocabulary of culture and literature – words, phrases and phonetics – languages like Sanskrit, Marathi, Bengali, Punjabi, Kutchi, Marwadi, Urdu, Avadhi, Brij, Sadhukkadi Hindi etc. His poetry abounds in allusions to tales, legends and myths.
He is idebted to Kalidasa
, Bhasa, Bhavabhuti, Amaruka, Bilhan, Jayadeva, Pandit Jagannath. The inner world of his poetry refects the influences of Shankar Vedanta, from Shriman Nathuraam Sharma to Mahrshi Ramana.
And all this adds to his poetry giving it a flare of real Indianness, achieving a greater communication with his audiences.
His main work is considered to be in the form of Ghazal though he has explored many other metrical and non-metrical forms of poetry such as Geet, Achhandas, Sonnet, etc.
Many a times his metrical forms find its own meter to do justice to its inner rhythm and flow and for the proper unfoldment of The Vision, The experience.
His unique contribution in the form of Ghazal is duly recognized by the critics and connoisseurs alike.
Some of the notable qualities of each of his Ghazals are:
He is gifted with a unique voice cultivated for poetry recitation to accomplish the best possible communication with the listeners, always leading to experience ecstasy, always bringing them closer to the self.
He has recited his poetry in various private and public events. He loves to recite his poems and still continues to do so… Many a times it is observed that quite a few people from the audiences remember many of his poems by heart. He is the beloved poet….and lovingly called “Bapu” of “Rishi Kavi”.
His utter detachment for the publication of his works led to a wonderful happening which is unique in the history of poetry. His connoisseurs formed a group – a committee and they collectively made an effort to publish his poetry. The net result is “Ghazal Samhita” – in 5 Mandalas. One can see the beautiful synthesis of the traditions and cultures of Persia and India, “Ghazal” and “Samhita” in the very title of his latest anthology.
On Education
Another unique contribution of this poet is in the field of education. He and his wife (Nayana Jani, a poetess) allowed their children to learn without using any kind of formal known methods – schooling, exams, degrees, certificates etc. Their two sons Dhaivat & Jajvalya were given the freedom to learn without any burden or any kind of outside force or imposition. They were exposed to a lot of different things, different activities, different skills and different branches of knowledge to create their own curriculum. Both of them are grown up active young men doing many things and learning is still a continuous process for them.
The reasons for undertaking of the education of Dhaivat and Jajavlya in this different manner are:
Learning is a basic instinct, it should be preserved (all the young in nature are seen to have this instinct)
Instinctive self learning can only bring out the joy of the process of learning. (forceful inputs in the name of teaching can be harmful)
Conformity of one’s being should come from within and not from outside (this means no comparison leading to elimination of process of evaluation and examination by outside agencies)
uniqueness of every child (should be nurtured and cultivated leading to having a unique curriculum for each one).
Gujarati people
Gujarati people , or Gujaratis are an ethnic group that is traditionally Gujarati-speaking and can trace their ancestry to the state of Gujarat in western India...
poet
Poet
A poet is a person who writes poetry. A poet's work can be literal, meaning that his work is derived from a specific event, or metaphorical, meaning that his work can take on many meanings and forms. Poets have existed since antiquity, in nearly all languages, and have produced works that vary...
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Introduction to Kavi Shri Rajendra Shukla
Name: Rajendra Shukla
Father: Anantray Shukla
Mother: Vidyagauri
Place of Birth: Bantwa, Dist. Junagadh
Junagadh
Junagadh is the headquarters of Junagadh district in the Indian state of Gujarat. The city is the 7th largest in Gujarat. The city is located at the foot of the Girnar hills, 355 km south west of state capital Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad. The city is in western India. Literally translated,...
, Gujarat.
Date of Birth: 12 October 1942.
Native place and the point of beginning and the source inspiration: Mt. Giranar, Junagadh city, Gujarat.
Marriage: in 1974 with Nayana Jani, M.A. with entire English, First in Gujarat University
Gujarat University
The Gujarat University is the statewide institution affiliating many reputed colleges across the state of Gujarat, India. It has been given a B++ ranking by National Assessment and Accreditation Council .-History:...
, winner of F. C. Dawar Gold Medal (daughter of well-known scholar and folklorist Prof. Kanubhai Jani).
Birth of son – Dhaivat – in 1975.
Birth of son – Jajvalya – in 1977.
Education
Primary:
Mainly at Bantwa, up to 1954. (at Jamnagar
Jamnagar
Jamnagar is a city and a municipal corporation in Jamnagar district in the Indian state of Gujarat. The city was built up substantially by Maharaja Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji in the 1920s, when the district was known as Nawanagar. The district lies just to the south of the Gulf of Kutch and is...
and Bhavnagar
Bhavnagar
-Topography:Bhavnagar is a coastal city in the eastern coast of Saurashtra, also known as Kathiawar, located at . It has an average elevation of 24 metres . It occupies area of 53.30 km². General slope dips in the northeasterly direction at the apex of Gulf of Khambhat...
for short intervals in between)
Secondary and Higher-secondary:
Majevadi (dist. Junagadh) up to 1956.
Junagadh – Bahadurkhanji High School up to 1957.
Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad also known as Karnavati is the largest city in Gujarat, India. It is the former capital of Gujarat and is also the judicial capital of Gujarat as the Gujarat High Court has its seat in Ahmedabad...
– H. B Kapadia High School (SSC) 1960
College education:
Junagadh – Bahauddin College (Inter Arts) up to 1963.
Ahmedabad – L. D. Arts College (B.A. Sanskrit-Prakrit)up to 1965
Ahmedabad – School of Languages, Gujarat University (M.A. Sanskrit-Prakrit, special subject Indian Poetics) up to 1967.
Teaching
Chhota Udaipur
Chhota Udaipur
Chhota Udaipur is a city and a municipality in Vadodara district in the state of Gujarat, India. It is the headquarters of Chhota Udaipur taluka.-History:...
– Shri Natavarshimhji Arts College, 1967-1969 (Graduate Level)
Ahmedabad – Gujarat Vidyapith, 1969-1970 (Postgraduate Level)
Patan (North Gujarat) – Kotawala Arts College, 1970-1971 (Graduate & Postgraduate Levels)
Ahmedabad – Vivekanand Arts College 1972-1973, part time (Graduate Level)
Dahod
Dahod
Dahod,on the banks of river Dudhimati, is a towncity with a municipality in Dahod District within the State of Gujarat, India. The city serves as District Headquarters for Dahod District. It is approx. 200 km away from Ahmedabad and 150 km away from Vadodara...
– Navjivan Arts College, 1972–1973, part time (Graduate & Postgraduate Levels)
Dahod – Navjivan Arts College, 1973–1977, full time (Graduate & Postgraduate Levels)
Dahod – R. and L. Pandya High school, 1977-1982 (Supernumerary Lecturer, High School.
Voluntary Retirement
In 1982 – in search of a “meaningful alternative to the prevalent educational system”, in order to devote time and energy for the education of their children.
1982 onwards -
Constant active observation of his children’s self-education, reflection upon education and poetry writing.
Publications
First poem published in prestigious Gujarati magazine “Kumar”. Thereafter, continued publication of poems in other literary magazines like Kumar, Kruti, Ray, Kavita, Milap, Kavilok, Vishvamanav, Kankavati, Shabdasrushti, Navneet-Samarpan, Gujarat, Abhiyan etc.
Anthologies
First anthology “Komal Rishabh”, 1970. Re-print in 1983. (out of print at present)
Second anthology “Sva-Vachak Ni Shodh” – A long poem, 1973, (out of print at present)
Third Anthology “Antar Gandhar”, 1981 (out of print at present)
Fourth Publication – “Ghazal Samhita”, 2005.- a collection of more than 450 Ghazals in five “Mandala-s” (parts). 1. “Sabhar Suraahi”, 2. “Meghdhanunaa Dhaal Par”, 3, “Aa Ame Nikalyaa”, 4. “Jhalhal Padaav”, 5. “Ghir Aayi Girnaari Chhaya.
Audio CDs
Paathpratishthaa Vol. 1 – Recititation of poems in his own voice (other than Ghazals), 2007
Paathpratishthaa Vol. 2 – Recitation of Poems in his own voice (Ghazals), 2007.
Sahrudaya Samaksha Vol. 1 – A collection of archival audio recordings from 1981 to 2006 from various public poetry recitation programmers.
Installation of a stone inscription (શિલાલેખ)
One of his inspired poems “Divya Setu” (A divine bridge) was inscribed on a rock at Mt. Girnar Velly, at Rupayatan, Junagadh, on behest of Shri Morari Bapu. The inauguration of this inscription was done by Shri Morari Bapu at time of the Narsimha Mehta Award ceremony. (read poem)
Website
The poet’s official website was created and launched by connoisseurs of his poetry in June 2007. The URL is http://www.rajendrashukla.com
Awards and Accolades
- To “Komal Rishabh” - from Government of Gujarat - best Anthology of poetry for the year, 1970 (shared with poet Ramesh Parekh), first prize
- To “Antar Gandhar” - from Government of Gujarat - best Anthology of poetry for the year, 1981, first prize
- To “Antar Gandhar” – Kavi Shri Nhanalal Prize, 1981.
- To “Antar Gandhar” - Uma-Sneharashmi Prize, 1982.
- Kavi KalapiKavi KalapiSursinhji Takthasinhji Gohil Sursinhji Takthasinhji Gohil (Gujarati:સુરસિંહજી તખ્તસિંહજી ગોહિલ) Sursinhji Takthasinhji Gohil (Gujarati:સુરસિંહજી તખ્તસિંહજી ગોહિલ) (popularly known as Kalapi (Gujarati:કલાપી) is a renowned name in Gujarati literature. He lived in Lathi-Gohilwad, which is located in...
Award given by Indian National Theatre, MumbaiMumbaiMumbai , formerly known as Bombay in English, is the capital of the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is the most populous city in India, and the fourth most populous city in the world, with a total metropolitan area population of approximately 20.5 million...
– for GhazalGhazalThe ghazal is a poetic form consisting of rhyming couplets and a refrain, with each line sharing the same meter. A ghazal may be understood as a poetic expression of both the pain of loss or separation and the beauty of love in spite of that pain. The form is ancient, originating in 6th century...
writing. 2001.
- Gujarat Sahitya Academy Award to “Ghazal Samhita” for Best Anthology of Gujarati Poetry, 2005.
- Narsinh Mehta AwardNarsinh Mehta AwardNarsinh Mehta Award is largest award of Gujarati literature. The award is given to Gujarati Kavi or Shahityakar by Adyakavi Narsinh Mehta Shahity Nidhi, Junagadh. The award is held at crepuscle of Sharad Purnima, mostly at Rupayatan, Junagadh. Award was started in the year of 1999...
– the highest award being given to contemporary poet, 2006 by Shri Moraribapu.
- Ranjitram Suvarna ChandrakRanjitram Suvarna ChandrakRanjitram Suvarna Chandrak , also known as the Ranjitram gold medal was founded by Gujarat Sahitya Sabha and is considered the highest literary award in Gujarati literature...
– for significant contribution in Gujarati literatureGujarati literatureThe history of Gujarati literature may be traced to 1000 AD, and this literature has flourished since then to the present. It is unique in having almost no patronage from a ruling dynasty, other than its composers...
, 2006.
- Felicitation as an eminent personality from Junagadh - by Mr. Narendra ModiNarendra ModiNarendra Damodardas Modi is the current Chief Minister of the Indian state of Gujarat.He was born in a middle class family in Vadnagar; and is a member of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh since childhood, as also an active politician since early in life. He holds a masters degree in political...
, Chief Minister, on the occasion of Gujarat Day, 2007.
- National Academy Award to “Ghazal Samhita” for the best Gujarati publication of the year, 2007.
- Narmad Chandrak, 2008.
In Detail
The poet is a multifaceted versatile personality. His poems are nothing but a sheer joy of creation, nothing but a celebration of The Living itself.
He is a scholarly person; his knowledge of Sanskrit
Sanskrit
Sanskrit , is a historical Indo-Aryan language and the primary liturgical language of Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism.Buddhism: besides Pali, see Buddhist Hybrid Sanskrit Today, it is listed as one of the 22 scheduled languages of India and is an official language of the state of Uttarakhand...
, Prakrit
Prakrit
Prakrit is the name for a group of Middle Indic, Indo-Aryan languages, derived from Old Indic dialects. The word itself has a flexible definition, being defined sometimes as, "original, natural, artless, normal, ordinary, usual", or "vernacular", in contrast to the literary and religious...
, Apabhraumsha and Old Gujarati languages gives him a complete background of evolution of the language and literature and culture of India
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
from Vedic Era to the present, contributing to the language and diction of his poetry.
He is well versed in modern currents of literature and literary trends and of course, present day Gujarati language which is enriched by his first hand acquaintance with the dialects of Saurashtra region of Gujarat. On the other hand, he is equally conversant with the culture and long and rich tradition of Urdu poetry as well. All this gives a unique colour to his creations.
The poet has imbibed many undercurrents of living – mystic, metaphysical, philosophical and cultural, the Classical tradition of Vedas
Vedas
The Vedas are a large body of texts originating in ancient India. Composed in Vedic Sanskrit, the texts constitute the oldest layer of Sanskrit literature and the oldest scriptures of Hinduism....
and Upanishads, Jainism
Jainism
Jainism is an Indian religion that prescribes a path of non-violence towards all living beings. Its philosophy and practice emphasize the necessity of self-effort to move the soul towards divine consciousness and liberation. Any soul that has conquered its own inner enemies and achieved the state...
and Buddhism
Buddhism
Buddhism is a religion and philosophy encompassing a variety of traditions, beliefs and practices, largely based on teachings attributed to Siddhartha Gautama, commonly known as the Buddha . The Buddha lived and taught in the northeastern Indian subcontinent some time between the 6th and 4th...
and the tradition of medieval Saints and Sufis.
So the world of his poetry is enriched by the experiences of the sages and seers like Yagnavalkya, Nachiketa, Vishvamitra, Asthaavakra etc. This thread is continued to Chaitana Mahaprabu, Sant Gyaneshwar, Sant Tukaram
Tukaram
Sant Tukaram was a prominent Varkari Sant and spiritual poet during a Bhakti movement in India.Sant Tukaram was born and lived most of his life in Dehu, a town close to Pune in Mahārāshtra, India. He was born to a couple with the family name "More", the descendent of the Mourya Clan with first...
, Kabir
Kabir
Kabīr was a mystic poet and saint of India, whose writings have greatly influenced the Bhakti movement...
Saheb, Mansur, Nanak Saheb, Meerabai, Kavi Narsinh Mehta
Narsinh Mehta
Narsinh Mehta also known as Narsi Mehta or Narsi Bhagat was a poet-saint of Gujarat, India, and a member of the Nagar Brahmins community, notable as a bhakta, an exponent of Hindu devotional religious poetry. He is especially revered in Gujarati literature, where he is acclaimed as its Adi Kavi...
, Akho
Akho
Akha Bhagat was a medieval period poet in Gujarati literature who wrote in the tradition of the Bhakti movement. He kept Gujarati literature alive and wrote his poems in pattern which is called "chhappa" .- History :He came to Ahmedabad from Jetalpur in the 17th Century...
, Dada Mekaran, Dayaram
Dayaram
Dayaram was a Gujarati poet. He belongs to middle age or " Madhya-kal " in Gujarati literature.He was known for his literary form called " Garbi " in Gujarat.He was a follower of Pushtimarg of Hindu religion....
up to Nhanalal, Kalapi, Balwantray Thakore
Balwantray Thakore
Balwantray Thakore , as popularly he is known, was born at Bharuch in Gujarat.He was very well known poet of Gujarati literature.-Contribution:...
, Kavi Kant
Kavi kant
Kavi Kant is a poet associated with Gujarat and Gujarati literature.-Life:Kavi Kant was born Manishankar Rataji Bhatt in 1868 in Chavand village, part of the Saurashtra region of Gujarat....
and Sagar Maharaj to enlist only a few, and of course the folk and oral continuity, lore and literature of the bardic traditions.
As a result, the language of his poetry uses a greater vocabulary of culture and literature – words, phrases and phonetics – languages like Sanskrit, Marathi, Bengali, Punjabi, Kutchi, Marwadi, Urdu, Avadhi, Brij, Sadhukkadi Hindi etc. His poetry abounds in allusions to tales, legends and myths.
He is idebted to Kalidasa
Kalidasa
Kālidāsa was a renowned Classical Sanskrit writer, widely regarded as the greatest poet and dramatist in the Sanskrit language...
, Bhasa, Bhavabhuti, Amaruka, Bilhan, Jayadeva, Pandit Jagannath. The inner world of his poetry refects the influences of Shankar Vedanta, from Shriman Nathuraam Sharma to Mahrshi Ramana.
And all this adds to his poetry giving it a flare of real Indianness, achieving a greater communication with his audiences.
His main work is considered to be in the form of Ghazal though he has explored many other metrical and non-metrical forms of poetry such as Geet, Achhandas, Sonnet, etc.
Many a times his metrical forms find its own meter to do justice to its inner rhythm and flow and for the proper unfoldment of The Vision, The experience.
His unique contribution in the form of Ghazal is duly recognized by the critics and connoisseurs alike.
Some of the notable qualities of each of his Ghazals are:
- uniqueness of form
- diversity of metrics
- structure and diction – a lot of symbols and imagery from the life and culture of India along with the traditional concept of Ghazal.
- a successful amalgamation of the flavors of other Gujarati traditional poetic forms like Baaramaasi, Pad, Dhol, Bhajan, Bharathri songs etc.
- effortless incorporation of the insights found in folklore. A gift of enlightened beings – rural saints.
- the poems are always aimed to achieve oneness with the self, and oneness with all the selves.
- Ghazal becomes Indian to the core without losing its Ghazaliyat (the character and quality of a Ghazal).
He is gifted with a unique voice cultivated for poetry recitation to accomplish the best possible communication with the listeners, always leading to experience ecstasy, always bringing them closer to the self.
He has recited his poetry in various private and public events. He loves to recite his poems and still continues to do so… Many a times it is observed that quite a few people from the audiences remember many of his poems by heart. He is the beloved poet….and lovingly called “Bapu” of “Rishi Kavi”.
His utter detachment for the publication of his works led to a wonderful happening which is unique in the history of poetry. His connoisseurs formed a group – a committee and they collectively made an effort to publish his poetry. The net result is “Ghazal Samhita” – in 5 Mandalas. One can see the beautiful synthesis of the traditions and cultures of Persia and India, “Ghazal” and “Samhita” in the very title of his latest anthology.
On Education
Another unique contribution of this poet is in the field of education. He and his wife (Nayana Jani, a poetess) allowed their children to learn without using any kind of formal known methods – schooling, exams, degrees, certificates etc. Their two sons Dhaivat & Jajvalya were given the freedom to learn without any burden or any kind of outside force or imposition. They were exposed to a lot of different things, different activities, different skills and different branches of knowledge to create their own curriculum. Both of them are grown up active young men doing many things and learning is still a continuous process for them.
The reasons for undertaking of the education of Dhaivat and Jajavlya in this different manner are:
Learning is a basic instinct, it should be preserved (all the young in nature are seen to have this instinct)
Instinctive self learning can only bring out the joy of the process of learning. (forceful inputs in the name of teaching can be harmful)
Conformity of one’s being should come from within and not from outside (this means no comparison leading to elimination of process of evaluation and examination by outside agencies)
uniqueness of every child (should be nurtured and cultivated leading to having a unique curriculum for each one).
External links
- www.rajendrashukla.com Rajendra Shukla website