Eklavya's Story and the Modern Age of Self-Learning
Introduction: In the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata , the story of Eklavya stands out as a powerful symbol of dedication , self-learning , and sacrifice . Eklavya, a young tribal prince, aspired to become an expert archer under the tutelage of the great teacher Dronacharya . However, because of his social status, Eklavya was denied formal education. Instead of giving up on his dream, he created a statue of Dronacharya and practiced archery on his own. His story proves that learning is not confined to classrooms ; with determination and self-teaching, one can master any skill. The Story of Eklavya and Guru Dakshina: Eklavya's persistence is a striking reminder of the power of self-reliance. Despite Dronacharya's refusal to teach him, Eklavya carved a statue of the Guru and practiced relentlessly. His skills grew so advanced that even Dronacharya couldn't ignore him. When Dronacharya later discovered that Eklavya had learned archery without his guidance, he asked f...