Q7. Discuss the role of educational institutions in fostering ethical reasoning among students. Identify key challenges in achieving this objective. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: InsightsIAS
Why the question
Rising ethical dilemmas among youth and debates on value-based education under NEP 2020 make the role of institutions in moral reasoning highly relevant.Key Demand of the question
The question requires analysing how educational institutions contribute to development of ethical reasoning among students and examining the structural and systemic challenges that hinder this role.Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Briefly highlight importance of ethical reasoning in modern education and role of institutions as agents of socialization.Body
- Role in ethical reasoning: Institutional mechanisms like curriculum, pedagogy and environment shaping moral judgement
- Challenges in achieving objective: Structural issues such as exam orientation, commercialization and lack of practical integration
Conclusion
Emphasise need for value-integrated education system aligned with constitutional ideals and holistic development.
