Student Stress and Education System of India - Riddhima Sen
Student stress has become a major concern in India, and its impact is often deeply felt by students at all levels of the education system. While stress due to academic pressure is a global issue, it is particularly acute in India. The expectations placed on students to perform well academically and the overwhelming pressure to succeed have created an environment where stress, anxiety, and burnout are commonplace. This issue is compounded by various factors, such as a highly competitive job market, societal pressure, and an education system that has remained rigid and outdated in many respects. The roots of student stress in India can be traced back to the colonial era, when the British introduced the formal education system to serve their own interests. The British system was designed to create a class of clerks and low-ranking officials who could serve the British Empire. It focused on rote learning and memorization, with little emphasis on critical thinking, creativity, or holi...
