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Who is accountable

From the officers who run it up to the minister and the head of government. Names from the Government's official lists.

  1. Ministry of Education
  2. Secretary, Department of School Education and LiteracyShri T. K. Anil Kumar
  3. Secretary, Department of Higher EducationMs. Deepti Gaur Mukerjee
  4. Minister of EducationShri Pralhad Joshi
  5. Prime MinisterShri Narendra Modi

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As on: Ministers as on 25 Jul 2026; Secretaries as on 1 Oct 2026DoPT — Secretaries to the Government of India (as on 01.10.2026)Cabinet Secretariat — Council of Ministers with portfolios (as on 25.07.2026)

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An education framework: Gurukul-inspired values plus practical life skills

India in Nutshell (starter topic)· 3 hours ago

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Proposal: combine the values-based, holistic spirit of the Gurukul tradition with practical subjects that prepare students for real life.

Suggested components

  • Way of life: discipline, respect, community service, mental well-being.
  • Taxation and financial literacy: budgeting, saving, loans, investing, filing returns.
  • Plants and traditional medicine: local plants, kitchen gardens, evidence-based use of traditional remedies.
  • Food habits and nutrition.
  • Sports inclusivity: sport for every child, not just the talented few.
  • Civic duties and rights.

Design questions

  • How to fit this into the timetable without overloading students?
  • How to keep it evidence-based and respectful of all traditions?

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