FROM THE VICE CHANCELLOR'S DESK

Dear Scholars,

A child is not just a body, but a sky of infinite possibilities. There is a spark in her eyes, curiosity in her heart and an indomitable desire to understand the mysteries of the universe in her small mind. Understanding this sky of possibilities and expanding its horizons is the core objective of education.

I feel immense joy and pride that Children's Research University is offering a new contribution to this यज्ञ of knowledge. Our research journal, 'Horizons of Holistic Education', is not just a collection of a few research papers, but it is a pilgrimage of thought, a platform where all those who think about the holistic development of a child can come together and create a meaningful dialogue.

The title of our journal is its soul. What is 'holistic education'? Education is not just a pile of information. Education is not just a mark sheet and a career path. True education is the art of developing the consciousness of the child. It is the threefold confluence of the head (knowledge), the heart (feelings) and the hand (skills). The education that instils wisdom, compassion and creativity in the child is, in reality, holistic education. This journal is an emblem of Children's Research University's concept pertaining to 360 degree development of a child.

In the title, the word 'horizons' constantly reminds us that knowledge is never static. It is an endless journey. As we approach the horizon, it expands further and further. Hence, this journal aims to constantly try to go beyond the boundaries of the prevailing perceptions of education and reach the horizons of new possibilities and new ideas.

In this ज्ञान-यज्ञ, I cordially invite all the educators, researchers, thinkers and policy makers of the country and beyond to offer their research and reflection. Let us all together sow ideas that will chart a new direction for the world of education in the coming times.

I am confident that the journal 'Horizons of Holistic Education' will become a beacon in the field of child education and development in the coming times and will make a significant contribution to realizing our shared dream of every child flourishing in his or her entirety.

With Best Wishes,

Dr. T.S. Joshi
Vice Chancellor,
Children's Research University,
Gandhinagar, Gujarat, INDIA.