Curriculum Decolonization: Lesson From India

Abstract

Many colonized countries, especially those in Africa, are currently making efforts to decolonize their educational systems. Since India has led the way in eschewing the dominance of Western perspectives in education, it is important to explore their approaches. In this respect the researchers in the current study have explored the application of Indian philosophical ideas to education, India’s indigenous knowledge systems, and India's internationalization strategies. A policy integration method was used to review pertinent literature to achieve these objectives. The results showed that Indian philosophical assumptions provide a counter-narrative to Western-dominated educational paradigms and offer a localized and culturally resonant approach to learning. Also, aligning education with indigenous cultural practices is essential for making learning inclusive and culturally relevant. It is recommended that former colonies should adopt the philosophical principles of their prominent leaders into their educational frameworks to reflect their cultural contexts and preserve their heritage.