Q7. “Education transmits skills efficiently, but values only selectively”. Discuss the role of educational institutions in value inculcation. Analyse the institutional factors that weaken ethical learning. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: InsightsIAS
Why the question
Education systems are increasingly oriented towards skill production and employability, while ethical deficits in public and professional life point to weak value transmission through educational institutions.Key Demand of the question
The question requires explaining the role of educational institutions in inculcating values and analysing the institutional factors that limit effective ethical learning. Both the positive role and systemic constraints must be addressed with balance.Structure of the Answer
Introduction
Briefly present education as a key social institution shaping both skills and moral orientation, and indicate the selective nature of value transmission.Body
- Role of educational institutions in inculcating values through curriculum, pedagogy and institutional culture.
- Institutional factors that weaken ethical learning such as exam orientation, commercialisation and weak role-modelling.
Conclusion
Emphasise the need for value-sensitive institutional culture and ethical leadership within education systems to complement skill development.
