Indoctrination of Young Minds Through Virtuous Sagas by Sudha Murthy in Grandma's Bag of Stories

Abstract

The present paper aims to highlight  several virtuous characteristics of Indian culture and the amazing bond among the family members, especially the connection between Grand-parents and Grandchildren. Through the scrutinized study, the paper displays certain deep rooted Indian values woven in stories which mostly pass from one generation to another. In this way, Grandma's Bag of Stories gives a clear picture about the numerous ethical traits of India which impart  just or moral lessons to the coming generation. Educating children through interesting stories helps them to be a responsible inhabitant of the world. The present paper analyses following points: Fictional and light hearted methods of inducing morals in the kids, importance of education, hard work, honesty, accountability, conscious focus on our work/karma as well as not to follow laziness, egoism/boast, ignorance, irresponsible approach. Grandma's Bag of Stories  teaches kids the proper means to follow with a view to making a disciplined life.