An Essay on Compulsory Games In Schools and Colleges
The need for students participating in games is universally admitted. There is no denying the fact that such participation makes students more fit, disciplined and efficient. Not only is the body made beautiful, but traits of character al-e developed which in the long run make one a better leader and worker. In European countries, the question of compulsion does not arise since every student joins some form of games throughout the year. But unfortunately, our heritage is different; we are never encouraged to join games. Things are improving certainly, but the pace of improvement is slow. The result is manifest when we are pitted against foreign teams and international games and sports. Then all our skill is of no avail against superior physical fitness. Therefore the question is asked—should games …show more content…
Fortunately in recent years, the governments are turning their attention to this aspect. The Universities and Educational Boards are allocating funds to schools and colleges for physical training.
As regards suitable food, the burden should be shared between the State and the guardians. Nutritious tiffin should be provided in schools and colleges at more or less subsidized rates. The maintenance of canteens to provide cheap basic food like milk and fruits is a necessary reform in keeping with the spirit of the times. Guardians should also be encouraged to co-operate by introducing a properly balanced diet in the home even against national habits and prejudices.
As regards physical instructions the schools must make provision for them, as they do for instruction in any other subject. They call claim Government help, and no National Government should he niggardly. Students of any institution who have specialized in physical culture may be required to put in service for a year or so in this department of the institution after they pass
The need for students participating in games is universally admitted. There is no denying the fact that such participation makes students more fit, disciplined and efficient. Not only is the body made beautiful, but traits of character al-e developed which in the long run make one a better leader and worker. In European countries, the question of compulsion does not arise since every student joins some form of games throughout the year. But unfortunately, our heritage is different; we are never encouraged to join games. Things are improving certainly, but the pace of improvement is slow. The result is manifest when we are pitted against foreign teams and international games and sports. Then all our skill is of no avail against superior physical fitness. Therefore the question is asked—should games …show more content…
Fortunately in recent years, the governments are turning their attention to this aspect. The Universities and Educational Boards are allocating funds to schools and colleges for physical training.
As regards suitable food, the burden should be shared between the State and the guardians. Nutritious tiffin should be provided in schools and colleges at more or less subsidized rates. The maintenance of canteens to provide cheap basic food like milk and fruits is a necessary reform in keeping with the spirit of the times. Guardians should also be encouraged to co-operate by introducing a properly balanced diet in the home even against national habits and prejudices.
As regards physical instructions the schools must make provision for them, as they do for instruction in any other subject. They call claim Government help, and no National Government should he niggardly. Students of any institution who have specialized in physical culture may be required to put in service for a year or so in this department of the institution after they pass