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The Role of lifelong learning in promoting sustainable development: An Indian perspective in the 21st century

Author(s) Shivam Chaturvedi, Monika
Country India
Abstract This paper emphasizes the critical role of lifelong learning in promoting sustainable development, particularly in developing countries. Sustainable development, while a central concept in global discourse, is often misunderstood by ordinary citizens and technocrats, underlining the need for educational interventions to demystify the concept. The paper argues that lifelong learning is crucial for fostering awareness of resource depletion and the importance of conserving essential resources for future generations. In many developing nations, a knowledge and skills deficit, compounded by the rapid pace of technological advancement, hinders economic and social progress. The lack of understanding in key areas, including economics, politics, and society, contributes to issues such as resource depletion, poverty, and environmental degradation. The paper asserts that lifelong learning can bridge these gaps, enabling individuals to adapt to the evolving global landscape and to embrace sustainable development practices.
By empowering citizens with the necessary knowledge, attitudes, and skills, lifelong learning can help tackle challenges such as overconsumption and unsustainable resource use. Educating individuals through heutagogical approaches—learner-centred strategies that emphasize self-directed learning—can drive reform and sustainable practices at the grassroots level. The paper also discusses the alignment of lifelong learning with the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which emphasizes the importance of inclusive education in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Specifically, SDG 4, which advocates for “inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all,” serves as a key framework for integrating lifelong learning into national development strategies.

Lifelong learning also contributes to the attainment of other SDGs, such as gender equality (SDG 5), decent work and economic growth (SDG 8), health and well-being (SDG 3), responsible consumption and production (SDG 12), and climate change mitigation (SDG 13). As such, lifelong learning is presented not only as a critical tool for individual empowerment but also as a strategic means to achieve sustainable, inclusive, and equitable development in the 21st century.
Keywords Sustainable development
Field Sociology > Politics
Published In Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025
Published On 2025-02-15
Cite This The Role of lifelong learning in promoting sustainable development: An Indian perspective in the 21st century - Shivam Chaturvedi, Monika - IJSAT Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025. DOI 10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.1927
DOI https://doi.org/10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.1927
Short DOI https://doi.org/g85dkc
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