Abstract

India’s environmental problems like pollution, deforestation and biodiversity loss in on an increasingly alarming front. To this view, green education, or more commonly known as environment education, seems to be an immediate solution. 1.3 billion people India face environmental issues due to urbanization, industrialization and resource depletion. This article talks about the state of green education in India today, its importance and challenges. Despite Green Schools Programme and National Green Corps there are many issues like curricular integration, teacher training and resource constraints. Many schools especially in rural areas lack resources and infrastructure to provide comprehensive environmental education. Environmental education is being taught theoretically which reduces its application in real life. To increase the impact of green education in sustainable development this study emphasizes the need to address these issues. It means experiential learning, critical thinking and student involvement in environmental problem solving are part of green education. It also urges for more collaboration between public and private sector to provide a strong foundation for environmental education. India can address its most pressing environmental issues and promote long-term sustainability by raising an eco-conscious population through better green education.

Keywords: Environment, Education System, Green Education, India, Sustainable Development