Education for Sustainable Development (ESD): Gaps between Goals & Adaptability in the Indian Education

The study emphasizes the crucial role of education in Sustainable Development, asserting the need for 'Quality Education for Sustainable Development' through various government initiatives at different levels. It highlights the Global Education First Initiative and the Right to Education Act in India as key milestones. The paper identifies gaps between Sustainable Development Goals and the actual implementation in Indian school education, advocating for significant changes in educational practices and regulations to ensure quality. It also proposes strategies to overcome barriers to achieving these goals while reviewing existing literature and developing a holistic model for Indian schools to adapt and succeed.