THE first verse of the Holy Quran is “IQRA” which means “Read”. This verse is Allah’s first command to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Almighty Allah emphasizes the significance of education in the Holy Quran. Our Holy Prophet has continually highlighted the key role of education. It commemorates the beginning of the Almighty’s guidance delivered to humanity through the Holy Quran. It implies that education is a fundamental aspect of life. Education is a systematic process for improving a person’s skill and demeanour. Our advancement in life is strongly contingent on education. That’s why acquiring knowledge is essential for every individual. Education is an acquainted and deliberate effort to make an act of instruction and the learning cycle.
Learners are effectively developing their potential to have the enormous strength of meticulous, conscious, persona, awareness and intellectual capacity required of themselves and a community. An individual can obtain knowledge and understanding of higher explicit concepts through education which may be referred to as a learning cycle. Nobody denies the value of education at any level. In its broadest sense, education is a human right and a public good. Education is always a key to success and guarantees the base for equity in the community. As education is the foundation for quality education so it is not limited to any specific institution. It commences in the mother’s lap and departs in the burial place. Throughout life, a person learns knowledge through either direct or indirect means.
Furthermore, education enhances communication abilities such as the ability to read, write, speak and listen. Education also imparts knowledge on how to navigate social interactions, distinguish between right and wrong, resolving disputes and other associated issues. Making decisions, solving problems, improving mental as well as physical abilities, developing morals, thinking critically and being motivated are all impacted by education. Education teaches about social justice which is all about having equal access to opportunities and to economic, political and social rights. Personal growth and self-actualization tend to be stimulated by education. It can help to accumulate a better awareness of your own abilities and shortcomings while also discovering interests and values.
Education teaches about how to manage time effectively, think critically, act responsibly, address problems in a methodical way, build and retain the confidence. Moreover, education is important in promoting social structure while promoting democratic principles. It informs people about their rights and duties. As a citizen, the citizen encourages inclusion and promotes respect, tolerance and equality. Education empowers an individual with an opportunity for social progression that enabling them to elevate economic and social status. Better health outcomes and general well-being are also associated with education. People who are better educated are more likely to make informed health decisions and lead healthier lifestyles. It promotes awareness of healthy behaviour, disease prevention and access to health care information.
Additionally, economic development and education are indistinguishably connected. A well educated team is more adaptive, creative, productive and enabling growth in the economy. Education is often seen as a pathway to economic opportunity. It provides individuals with the obligatory skills and certifications to pursue careers and find jobs. Higher education is associated with increased earning potential and better career prospects that can be helpful in eliminating poverty. The key component is career counselling which has a substantial impact on educational diversity. It includes vocational education, technical education, commerce & business education, medical, engineering and agriculture fields. In general, education can play a substantial part in advancements and job progression. Individuals with a higher degree of education have a more earning potential and can use education to work in global marketplaces to explore international career prospects. Educational institutions provide prospective for networking and professional development. That’s why; each of us should place a high value on education. Education is incredibly important not only in Pakistan but all over the world.
Over and above, education furnishes individual with knowledge and capabilities in a wide range of areas, which forms the foundation for creativity. Individuals that are educated have the abilities and knowledge for developing new concepts and solutions. An approach to entrepreneurship may be developed because of education. It imparts the skills required to create and manage businesses. Yet it is fostering creativity through the development of new goods, services and processes. As we all know, self-esteem always originates from education. Being confident in oneself has numerous benefits. It definitely makes a contribution towards our success in life. In this regard, it supports our ability to manage certain activities, overcome obstacles in life, spirits up, a positive mindset and keep an optimistic outlook. Education and the educational system have a mutually beneficial connection. Teachers, administrators and legislators in the education system need to find ways to improve the quality of education.
—The writer is PhD Scholar (Education) GCUF.
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views expressed are writer’s own.
