MAULANA MAUDUDI'S VISION OF EDUCATION: DECOLONIZATION AND THE FORMATION OF AN ISLAMIC EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM

Pakistan’s current education system retains significant colonial influences, incorporating Western ideologies, secular perspectives, and remnants of the British colonial framework. Maulana Syed Abul A'la Maududi viewed this system as a form of intellectual subjugation and advocated for the establishment of an independent education system rooted in Islamic principles. This paper explores Maulana Maududi’s educational philosophy, analyzing his proposed reforms to eliminate colonial influences. According to him, education should not merely serve economic progress but should integrate Islamic beliefs, cultural values, and modern sciences to develop a well-rounded individual. Maududi emphasized curriculum reform, the integration of religious and secular knowledge, the promotion of Islamic values, and the development of independent educational policies. His intellectual contributions paved the way for the establishment of Islamic schools and universities, striving to balance traditional and contemporary education. This study examines the impact of his ideas on the formation of an Islamic education system in Pakistan and evaluates their relevance in addressing contemporary educational challenges. The analysis suggests that by implementing Maulana Maududi’s vision, Pakistan can develop an education model that is ideologically independent, culturally resilient, and aligned with modern academic advancements