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The traditional Indian educational system of "Gurukul" is rooted in the teachings of the Vedas. In the ancient times, education was imparted through hearing and not writing, and has been recognised as a unique mode of learning. Here, students (known as "shishyas") would live with their teacher (the"guru"). The teacher imparted knowledge not only in academics but also in medicine, philosophy, spiritual, moral, and cultural aspects of life, where they received not only academic instruction but also life skills, moral values, yogas, spiritual teachings, fostering critical thinking, creativity, & self-directed learning. Now in modern times, the mentor-student bond is gaining recognition as essential elements for fostering well-rounded individuals. The system’s emphasis on experiential learning and values-based, activity based education is increasingly acknowledged as crucial in developing emotional intelligence, social responsibility, and problem-solving abilities in students through advanced technologies like AR-VR, Cloud technology, AI, as modern education systems evolve, the core principles of the Gurukul system continue to hold significant relevance.