Manifesting Modi’s mantra in Muzaffarnagar
Vision International Academy in rural India is integrating modern science and mathematics into the traditional curriculum for students who have memorized the Quran. The school aims to bridge the gap between religious education and modern career aspirations like the Indian Foreign Service.
Why it matters
This initiative highlights efforts to modernize traditional Islamic education in India and improve social mobility for students from marginalized backgrounds.
After initial hesitation, young Hafiz Abdus Samad allows entry into his world and whispers, “I want to join IFS, Indian Foreign Service.” The 14-year-old from Mewat wants to change the perception of his backward region in Haryana. “I want to serve in the UAE and tell the world that in India one can follow his or her religion without discrimination.”
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in