A Comprehensive Overview of The Legacy of Traditional Education in Travancore

Abstract

In Kerala, the educational scenario is far more advanced than in other states of India. Traditional education provides knowledge and skills that help the younger generations survive and live in that era. In this education system, children acquire knowledge of a pious and religious way of life from elders within the family or society and many art forms and skills from mere observation and listening to experienced people. This article attempts to give an insight into the unique characteristics of traditional education and to concede that almost all changes in the field of education were initiated by temples, underscoring their pivotal role in the historical development of education. Most of the learning happened in temples, providing ample facilities to run educational institutions in their precincts. The study suggests that the present educational system may embrace the recognised methods utilised by traditional education.