Pedagogy as Politics in Rabindranath Tagore's Santiniketan Ashram

Rabindranath Tagore's educational pedagogy at Santiniketan Ashram was not merely an academic endeavor but a profound political statement, reflecting his distinctive vision of politics. The study identifies three key pillars—swadeshbhakti (patriotism to one's homeland), mukti (liberation), and manush (humanism)—as the foundation of Tagore's political thought. Through meticulous analysis of archival sources, including manuscripts, letters, journals, newspapers, and magazines, alongside Tagore's extensive body of work, this research uncovers the ashram's role in shaping his political ideology during twentieth-century India. This innovative approach bridges the gap between education and politics, offering valuable insights for scholars of South Asian history, global conceptual history, and those studying Tagore's legacy.

Banerjee, A. (2026). Pedagogy as Politics in Rabindranath Tagore’s Santiniketan Ashram. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003363965