Philosophical Foundation of Education — M.Ed 2nd Sem Question Paper, July 2021 (Code 17005, with Solutions)
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| Last updated | 26 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Verified by | Sheetal Kirola, M.Ed., B.Ed Faculty |
| Source | scanned July 2021 examination paper (Code 17005, Paper I) |
| Programme | M.Ed 2nd Semester (CBCS and Non-CBCS) |
| Maximum Marks | 80 |
Quick Facts at a Glance
If you are revising Philosophical Foundation of Education M.Ed 2nd Sem, here are the verified facts from the scanned paper, set out for quick reference before your exam.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Paper Name | Philosophical Foundation of Education |
| Paper Code | 17005 (full print line: 17005-1430-(P-3)(Q-9)(21)) |
| Paper Number | I |
| Programme | M.Ed 2nd Semester (CBCS and Non-CBCS) |
| Exam Session | July 2021 |
| Maximum Marks | 80 |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Total Questions / To Attempt | 9 set / attempt 5 (Q1 compulsory + one of two per Unit) |
| Marks per Question | 16 |
| Medium | English & Hindi (bilingual) |
| Pattern Applies To | MDU Rohtak (primary); also relevant to other CBCS / Non-CBCS M.Ed programmes |
Philosophical Foundation of Education July 2021 — Paper Preview
Below is the complete scanned paper exactly as it appeared in the examination hall, followed by a clean, crawlable transcription so you can confirm every question before you trust the page.
Roll No. ........................
17005
M. Ed. 2nd Semester (CBCS and Non-CBCS)
Examination – July, 2021
PHILOSOPHICAL FOUNDATION OF EDUCATION
Paper : I
Time : Three Hours ] [ Maximum Marks : 80
Before answering the questions, candidates should ensure that they have been supplied the correct and complete question paper. No complaint in this regard will be entertained after examination.
Note : Attempt FIVE questions in all, selecting ONE question from each Unit. Question No. 1 is COMPULSORY. All questions carry equal marks.
Print line: 17005-1430-(P-3)(Q-9)(21)
1. Write short notes on the following: 4 × 4 = 16
- (a) Concept of Philosophy
- (b) Epistemology
- (c) Pragmatism
- (d) Philosophical concerns of Education
UNIT – I
2. "Education and Philosophy are two sides of the same coin." Discuss. 16
3. Explain normative, speculative and critical functions of Educational Philosophy. 16
UNIT – II
4. Discuss the role of metaphysics and axiology in deciding the aims of Education. 16
5. Write an essay on theories of knowledge getting process. 16
UNIT – III
6. "Swami Vivekanand has important place in field of Education." Discuss. 16
7. Write an essay on Vedanta School of Philosophy. 16
UNIT – IV
8. Discuss Philosophy of Education as reflected in Aristotle's Politics. 16
9. "Srimad Bhagwad Gita plays important role in Indian Education System." Justify. 16
Philosophical Foundation of Education Important Questions in This Paper
- "Education and Philosophy are two sides of the same coin" — discuss (Q2, Unit I)
- Normative, speculative and critical functions of educational philosophy (Q3, Unit I)
- Role of metaphysics and axiology in deciding the aims of education (Q4, Unit II)
- Swami Vivekananda's place in the field of education (Q6, Unit III)
- The Vedanta School of Philosophy (Q7, Unit III)
- Philosophy of education as reflected in Aristotle's Politics (Q8, Unit IV)
- Question 1 (short notes — concept of philosophy, epistemology, pragmatism, philosophical concerns of education) is compulsory, so prioritise it first.
The strongest named-entity long-tails for this sitting are Swami Vivekananda, the Vedanta School, Aristotle's Politics, and the role of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita in the Indian education system (Q9).
Philosophical Foundation of Education M.Ed Question Paper PDF — Download & Solved Pack
The full scanned paper is previewable above at no cost, and a 2–3 page sample of the step-by-step solved pack is available as a no-cost preview. The complete solved pack — every one of the 9 questions worked out — is delivered via WhatsApp.
Question-by-Question Breakdown (with Topic Tags)
| Q. No. | Question (summary) | Unit | Marks | Topic Tag |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Short notes: concept of philosophy; epistemology; pragmatism; philosophical concerns of education | Compulsory | 16 | Core philosophy concepts |
| Q2 | "Education and Philosophy are two sides of the same coin" — discuss | Unit I | 16 | Education–philosophy relationship |
| Q3 | Normative, speculative and critical functions of educational philosophy | Unit I | 16 | Functions of educational philosophy |
| Q4 | Role of metaphysics and axiology in deciding the aims of education | Unit II | 16 | Metaphysics & axiology in the aims of education |
| Q5 | Essay on the theories of the knowledge-getting process | Unit II | 16 | Theories of the knowledge-getting process |
| Q6 | Swami Vivekananda's important place in the field of education | Unit III | 16 | Swami Vivekananda and education |
| Q7 | Essay on the Vedanta School of Philosophy | Unit III | 16 | Vedanta School of Philosophy |
| Q8 | Philosophy of education as reflected in Aristotle's Politics | Unit IV | 16 | Aristotle's Politics and the philosophy of education |
| Q9 | Justify the role of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita in the Indian education system | Unit IV | 16 | Srimad Bhagavad Gita in Indian education |
Syllabus Mapping — Units & Learning Outcomes
| Unit | Themes (as reflected in this paper) |
|---|---|
| Unit I | The philosophy–education relationship; the functions of educational philosophy |
| Unit II | Metaphysics and axiology in the aims of education; theories of knowledge (epistemology) |
| Unit III | Indian thinkers and schools: Swami Vivekananda; the Vedanta School of Philosophy |
| Unit IV | Classical sources: Aristotle's Politics; the Srimad Bhagavad Gita in Indian education |
In practice, this is a discursive, essay-heavy paper, so marks turn on structuring a clear argument and naming the right thinker or school precisely rather than listing facts.
About the Solved Pack
Buyers get step-by-step, exam-ready model answers to all 9 questions, structured the way examiners expect them — definition, then key points, then examples. The compulsory short notes in Q1 are covered, and the discursive essays are developed in full with balanced argument, including Swami Vivekananda's contribution to education, the Vedanta School of Philosophy, the philosophy of education in Aristotle's Politics, and the role of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita in Indian education.
This M.Ed Solved question paper is delivered via WhatsApp, with a sample preview first so you can check the depth before you commit. Hindi and English support is provided where relevant, and the pack is refreshed each session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the July 2021 Philosophical Foundation of Education paper available in PDF?
Yes. The complete M.Ed Philosophical Foundation of Education July 2021 question paper is previewable on this page at no cost, with all three pages scanned and a clean transcription. A step-by-step solved version is available separately via WhatsApp.
What is the paper code?
The paper code is 17005, listed as Paper I. The full print line on every page reads 17005-1430-(P-3)(Q-9)(21), which confirms it is the genuine scanned July 2021 examination.
How many marks is the paper?
The paper carries 80 marks in total. Each question is worth 16 marks, you attempt five questions, and the duration is Three Hours. The arithmetic is straightforward: 5 × 16 = 80.
How many questions must I attempt?
You attempt five questions in all. Question 1 is compulsory, and you then choose one of the two numbered questions offered in each of the four Units. That gives you the required five answers.
Does the paper have choice?
Yes. Each Unit (I to IV) offers two numbered questions and you answer one of them, so there is genuine choice. Question 1 stands outside the Units and is compulsory, with no alternative.
Which course and semester is it?
It is Philosophical Foundation of Education M.Ed 2nd Sem, set under the CBCS and Non-CBCS scheme. The paper is the second-semester philosophy-of-education paper, listed as Paper I, aligned to the MDU Rohtak pattern.
Is this part of M.Ed 1st year?
Yes, in a sense. In the two-year Master of Education, Year 1 covers Semesters I and II, so this 2nd Semester paper falls within M.Ed 1st Year. The official designation on the paper, however, is 2nd Semester.
Are solutions or a solved paper available?
Yes. A complete M.Ed Solved question paper with step-by-step model answers to all 9 questions, including the discursive essays, is available via WhatsApp, with a free sample preview so you can judge the quality first.
Sources, Disclaimer & Author
The paper reproduced here is a scanned copy of the M.Ed 2nd Semester (CBCS and Non-CBCS) July 2021 Philosophical Foundation of Education examination (Code 17005, Paper I), transcribed faithfully by the Unnati Education B.Ed team. The scan carries a "Pragya College Of Education" watermark, an MDU-affiliated college, cited here only as provenance.
Unnati Education B.Ed is an independent academic publisher and is not affiliated with Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak, or any other university or college. Question papers are shared for educational and revision purposes; solutions are model answers prepared by the team. Verified by Sheetal Kirola, M.Ed., B.Ed Faculty. Last verified: 26 May 2026.
Get the Full Solved Pack on WhatsApp
Ready to revise with answers in hand? The WhatsApp pack includes all 9 questions solved in exam-ready form — the Vivekananda, Vedanta, Aristotle's Politics and Bhagavad Gita essays developed in full, with the compulsory short notes covered — and a sample preview is sent first so you know exactly what you are getting.
What's Included
Course Overview
| Last updated | 26 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Verified by | Sheetal Kirola, M.Ed., B.Ed Faculty |
| Source | scanned July 2021 examination paper (Code 17005, Paper I) |
| Programme | M.Ed 2nd Semester (CBCS and Non-CBCS) |
| Maximum Marks | 80 |
Quick Facts at a Glance
If you are revising Philosophical Foundation of Education M.Ed 2nd Sem, here are the verified facts from the scanned paper, set out for quick reference before your exam.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Paper Name | Philosophical Foundation of Education |
| Paper Code | 17005 (full print line: 17005-1430-(P-3)(Q-9)(21)) |
| Paper Number | I |
| Programme | M.Ed 2nd Semester (CBCS and Non-CBCS) |
| Exam Session | July 2021 |
| Maximum Marks | 80 |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Total Questions / To Attempt | 9 set / attempt 5 (Q1 compulsory + one of two per Unit) |
| Marks per Question | 16 |
| Medium | English & Hindi (bilingual) |
| Pattern Applies To | MDU Rohtak (primary); also relevant to other CBCS / Non-CBCS M.Ed programmes |
Philosophical Foundation of Education July 2021 — Paper Preview
Below is the complete scanned paper exactly as it appeared in the examination hall, followed by a clean, crawlable transcription so you can confirm every question before you trust the page.
Roll No. ........................
17005
M. Ed. 2nd Semester (CBCS and Non-CBCS)
Examination – July, 2021
PHILOSOPHICAL FOUNDATION OF EDUCATION
Paper : I
Time : Three Hours ] [ Maximum Marks : 80
Before answering the questions, candidates should ensure that they have been supplied the correct and complete question paper. No complaint in this regard will be entertained after examination.
Note : Attempt FIVE questions in all, selecting ONE question from each Unit. Question No. 1 is COMPULSORY. All questions carry equal marks.
Print line: 17005-1430-(P-3)(Q-9)(21)
1. Write short notes on the following: 4 × 4 = 16
- (a) Concept of Philosophy
- (b) Epistemology
- (c) Pragmatism
- (d) Philosophical concerns of Education
UNIT – I
2. "Education and Philosophy are two sides of the same coin." Discuss. 16
3. Explain normative, speculative and critical functions of Educational Philosophy. 16
UNIT – II
4. Discuss the role of metaphysics and axiology in deciding the aims of Education. 16
5. Write an essay on theories of knowledge getting process. 16
UNIT – III
6. "Swami Vivekanand has important place in field of Education." Discuss. 16
7. Write an essay on Vedanta School of Philosophy. 16
UNIT – IV
8. Discuss Philosophy of Education as reflected in Aristotle's Politics. 16
9. "Srimad Bhagwad Gita plays important role in Indian Education System." Justify. 16
Philosophical Foundation of Education Important Questions in This Paper
- "Education and Philosophy are two sides of the same coin" — discuss (Q2, Unit I)
- Normative, speculative and critical functions of educational philosophy (Q3, Unit I)
- Role of metaphysics and axiology in deciding the aims of education (Q4, Unit II)
- Swami Vivekananda's place in the field of education (Q6, Unit III)
- The Vedanta School of Philosophy (Q7, Unit III)
- Philosophy of education as reflected in Aristotle's Politics (Q8, Unit IV)
- Question 1 (short notes — concept of philosophy, epistemology, pragmatism, philosophical concerns of education) is compulsory, so prioritise it first.
The strongest named-entity long-tails for this sitting are Swami Vivekananda, the Vedanta School, Aristotle's Politics, and the role of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita in the Indian education system (Q9).
Philosophical Foundation of Education M.Ed Question Paper PDF — Download & Solved Pack
The full scanned paper is previewable above at no cost, and a 2–3 page sample of the step-by-step solved pack is available as a no-cost preview. The complete solved pack — every one of the 9 questions worked out — is delivered via WhatsApp.
Question-by-Question Breakdown (with Topic Tags)
| Q. No. | Question (summary) | Unit | Marks | Topic Tag |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Short notes: concept of philosophy; epistemology; pragmatism; philosophical concerns of education | Compulsory | 16 | Core philosophy concepts |
| Q2 | "Education and Philosophy are two sides of the same coin" — discuss | Unit I | 16 | Education–philosophy relationship |
| Q3 | Normative, speculative and critical functions of educational philosophy | Unit I | 16 | Functions of educational philosophy |
| Q4 | Role of metaphysics and axiology in deciding the aims of education | Unit II | 16 | Metaphysics & axiology in the aims of education |
| Q5 | Essay on the theories of the knowledge-getting process | Unit II | 16 | Theories of the knowledge-getting process |
| Q6 | Swami Vivekananda's important place in the field of education | Unit III | 16 | Swami Vivekananda and education |
| Q7 | Essay on the Vedanta School of Philosophy | Unit III | 16 | Vedanta School of Philosophy |
| Q8 | Philosophy of education as reflected in Aristotle's Politics | Unit IV | 16 | Aristotle's Politics and the philosophy of education |
| Q9 | Justify the role of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita in the Indian education system | Unit IV | 16 | Srimad Bhagavad Gita in Indian education |
Syllabus Mapping — Units & Learning Outcomes
| Unit | Themes (as reflected in this paper) |
|---|---|
| Unit I | The philosophy–education relationship; the functions of educational philosophy |
| Unit II | Metaphysics and axiology in the aims of education; theories of knowledge (epistemology) |
| Unit III | Indian thinkers and schools: Swami Vivekananda; the Vedanta School of Philosophy |
| Unit IV | Classical sources: Aristotle's Politics; the Srimad Bhagavad Gita in Indian education |
In practice, this is a discursive, essay-heavy paper, so marks turn on structuring a clear argument and naming the right thinker or school precisely rather than listing facts.
About the Solved Pack
Buyers get step-by-step, exam-ready model answers to all 9 questions, structured the way examiners expect them — definition, then key points, then examples. The compulsory short notes in Q1 are covered, and the discursive essays are developed in full with balanced argument, including Swami Vivekananda's contribution to education, the Vedanta School of Philosophy, the philosophy of education in Aristotle's Politics, and the role of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita in Indian education.
This M.Ed Solved question paper is delivered via WhatsApp, with a sample preview first so you can check the depth before you commit. Hindi and English support is provided where relevant, and the pack is refreshed each session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the July 2021 Philosophical Foundation of Education paper available in PDF?
Yes. The complete M.Ed Philosophical Foundation of Education July 2021 question paper is previewable on this page at no cost, with all three pages scanned and a clean transcription. A step-by-step solved version is available separately via WhatsApp.
What is the paper code?
The paper code is 17005, listed as Paper I. The full print line on every page reads 17005-1430-(P-3)(Q-9)(21), which confirms it is the genuine scanned July 2021 examination.
How many marks is the paper?
The paper carries 80 marks in total. Each question is worth 16 marks, you attempt five questions, and the duration is Three Hours. The arithmetic is straightforward: 5 × 16 = 80.
How many questions must I attempt?
You attempt five questions in all. Question 1 is compulsory, and you then choose one of the two numbered questions offered in each of the four Units. That gives you the required five answers.
Does the paper have choice?
Yes. Each Unit (I to IV) offers two numbered questions and you answer one of them, so there is genuine choice. Question 1 stands outside the Units and is compulsory, with no alternative.
Which course and semester is it?
It is Philosophical Foundation of Education M.Ed 2nd Sem, set under the CBCS and Non-CBCS scheme. The paper is the second-semester philosophy-of-education paper, listed as Paper I, aligned to the MDU Rohtak pattern.
Is this part of M.Ed 1st year?
Yes, in a sense. In the two-year Master of Education, Year 1 covers Semesters I and II, so this 2nd Semester paper falls within M.Ed 1st Year. The official designation on the paper, however, is 2nd Semester.
Are solutions or a solved paper available?
Yes. A complete M.Ed Solved question paper with step-by-step model answers to all 9 questions, including the discursive essays, is available via WhatsApp, with a free sample preview so you can judge the quality first.
Sources, Disclaimer & Author
The paper reproduced here is a scanned copy of the M.Ed 2nd Semester (CBCS and Non-CBCS) July 2021 Philosophical Foundation of Education examination (Code 17005, Paper I), transcribed faithfully by the Unnati Education B.Ed team. The scan carries a "Pragya College Of Education" watermark, an MDU-affiliated college, cited here only as provenance.
Unnati Education B.Ed is an independent academic publisher and is not affiliated with Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak, or any other university or college. Question papers are shared for educational and revision purposes; solutions are model answers prepared by the team. Verified by Sheetal Kirola, M.Ed., B.Ed Faculty. Last verified: 26 May 2026.
Get the Full Solved Pack on WhatsApp
Ready to revise with answers in hand? The WhatsApp pack includes all 9 questions solved in exam-ready form — the Vivekananda, Vedanta, Aristotle's Politics and Bhagavad Gita essays developed in full, with the compulsory short notes covered — and a sample preview is sent first so you know exactly what you are getting.