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City madarsas embrace technology
MADARSAS ARE no more opposed to techno stuff as several madarsas here have taken a step towards modernizing these Islamic institutions. The process began with the introduction of contemporary subjects like Hindi, English and mathematics and now some madarsas are ready to teach computers.
MADARSAS ARE no more opposed to techno stuff as several madarsas here have taken a step towards modernizing these Islamic institutions.
The process began with the introduction of contemporary subjects like Hindi, English and mathematics and now some madarsas are ready to teach computers.
Taj Khushro, naib mohtamin of Jame-ul-loom Madarsa at Jajmau, said, “When we can introduce subjects like Hindi, English and mathematics then why not computers?”
He further said, “In this hi-tech world it is impossible to survive without the knowledge of computers. Those not introducing computers in madarsas do not wish to keep their students abreast of the latest developments.”
Jameel, a student of a madarsa at Beconganj, said, “They (madarsas) believe in nourishing future maulvis, imams and preachers which has nothing to do with modernisation. They are rigid in not introducing computers as they think techno-savvy maulvis will prefer to mint money and not serve the people.”
However, as Jameel said, “If we restrict ourselves only to holy teachings we will face problems in taking up challenges. What we are taught at a madarsa can help us to earn Rs 4000-5000 in a month.
It is peanuts considering the present economic situation.” He said exposure to tech education would equip them better.
Mohammed Zafar, another madarsa student, said, “We face great hardships and waste lot of time when we have to find out the PNR status or timings of trains.
Computer literacy can help us save time and be self-dependent.”
Similarly, Mohammed Aatif said, “Nowadays most of the banks do Net banking, but being deprived of computer knowledge we cannot avail of these facilities.
Most of the sectors like hospitals, billing systems are being computerised so how will we survive in this era of computerisation.”
Mohammed Akeel, a student of modernised Madarsa Jame-ul-loom said, “Installation of computers will make us at par with students of private institutions.” He added, “This step will certainly be a path-breaking experience for us. Computer knowledge will enhance our skills and provide us with several opportunities like handling accounts of the company where we will get jobs as maulvi or imam.”
