BRIDGING CENTURIES: “KABIGURU” RABINDRANATH TAGORE’S EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY AND ITS RESONANCE WITH NEP 2020

This comparative study explores the bridge between “Kabiguru” Rabindranath Tagore’s educational philosophy and the National Education Policy 2020. Following a descriptive research approach, the researcher aims to find out the core principles of Tagore’s educational philosophy and the basic guidelines outlined in NEP 2020 to draw a convergence between them. By drawing insights from scholarly journals and Government documents, the piece of research explores the potential of Tagore’s educational philosophy in effectively realizing the envisioned goals of NEP 2020. As a result, the study highlights, Tagore emphasized on experiential learning by nurturing creativity and cultivating a connection with nature that resonate aptly with the essence of NEP 2020. Finally, this study concludes that inculcating the spirit of Tagore’s educational philosophy into the adaptation and implementation of NEP 2020 holds immense potential for creating a truly constructive and holistic educational experience for future generations.