This book provides a philosophical foundation to the theory and practice of education from the
Indian perspective. It is guided by an 'axionoetic' approach to education and therefore it
deals with the epistemological foundation and value orientation of education. The author
discusses the ontological epistemological logical ethical and axiological bases of education
in a holistic and integrated manner. The author maintains that education is a planned
methodical and purposive enhancement of human potentialities as a natural development. This
presupposes correct and adequate formulation of the objectives and goals of education as per
the needs and aspirations of pupils. Education also equips individuals for a good quality of
life. Keeping in view the applied dimension of philosophy this book analyses practical issues
of moral education like character building value-negativism in the context of education. It
also deals with issues concerning peace sustainable development sustainable judicious
consumption etc. which should have a bearing on educational policies and programmes.
