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The president told teachers that their generation of students would create a developed India. (File photo: PTI)
The President said it is the responsibility of teachers to prepare citizens so that they are not only educated but also sensitive, honest and enterprising
President Drupadi Murmu on Thursday stressed that respect for women should not be limited to “words” but must also be reflected in “practices” and said it was the responsibility of teachers and parents to educate children in a manner that ensures their dignity is maintained at all times child.
“The status of women in any society is an important criterion for its development. Teachers and parents have the responsibility to educate children so that their behavior is always consistent with the dignity of women. Respect for women should not just stay in words, but should be put into practice practice.
The President said it is the responsibility of teachers to develop citizens who are not only educated but also sensitive, honest and enterprising.
“To move forward in life is to succeed, but the meaning of life is to work for the welfare of others. We should be compassionate. Our actions should be ethical. A successful life lies in a meaningful life. It is the responsibility of teachers to teach these values to students ,” she said.
Murmu said teachers play the most important role in the success of any education system.
“Teaching is not just a job. It is a sacred mission of human development. If a child does not perform well, then the education system and teachers have a greater responsibility,” she said.
She points out that teachers often only focus on students who are academically strong.
“However, excellent academic performance is only one aspect of excellence. One child may be a very good athlete; some may have leadership skills; another is enthusiastic about social welfare activities. Teachers must identify each child’s talents and develop them into Play it out,” Murmu said.
The president told the teachers that their generation of students would create a developed India. She advises teachers and students to have global mindset and world-class skills.
“Great teachers build great nations. Only teachers with developed minds can produce citizens who build developed nations. I believe that by motivating students, our teachers will make India the intellectual center of the world.
(This report has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from United News Agency-PTI)
