Morung System of Education and NEP 2020: A Qualitative Study on Tribal Approaches to Childhood Education in Integrating Modern Solutions with Tradition

Abstract

In ancient Naga society, Morung was the formal institution for the Tribal people of Nagaland, India. In recent years, Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) has incorporated this concept by establishing Morung centres in Nagaland. Different civil societies come together to guide the Morung students both academically and to impart indigenous traditional values. This paper incorporates the objectives of SSA to guarantee inclusive and holistic education, in accordance with the National Education Policy 2020 and SDG 4. It also attempts to highlight the initiatives taken to integrate modern solutions with tradition, resulting in improved students' academic performance, increased retention rates, and reduced drop-outs.