In a move that would surprise many Saudi Arabia has decided to include Ramayana, Mahabharata in new curriculum for students. The move is seen as a part of Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s new vision for the education sector. Vision 2030, the history and culture of other countries are being studied to provide students with more knowledge about different cultures.
The study will focus on globally significant Indian cultures such as yoga and Ayurveda, to expand the students’ cultural knowledge and exposure.
Apart from the introduction of Ramayana and Mahabharata in the curriculum of Saudi Arabian students, the English language has been made mandatory in the new Vision 2030.
