CREATIVITY AND INTELLIGENCE AS COMPONENTS OF THE CONCEPT OF «GIFTEDNESS» IN PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL LITERATURE OF INDIA

The article reveals the understanding of the concepts of “giftedness,” “creativity,” and “intellectual giftedness” by Indian researchers. The similarities and differences in the interpretation of these concepts in Western and Eastern psychological and pedagogical literature are determined, and the reasons for the differences, which are due to differences in the traditions and values of Western and Eastern societies, are formulated. The author emphasizes the idea that there is a very fine line between giftedness and creativity in Indian society and therefore the development of creative thinking is becoming a major part of educational programs for the upbringing and training of gifted children in India. In addition, intellectually gifted children thrive only when provided with an enriched environment that promotes the development of their abilities and talents.