Rules and Discipline

Students need to follow the rules of the Gurukulam and lead a disciplined life for their own development and to maintain order in the Gurukulam. Discipline is an integral part of their training. For new students, enough guidance and time is provided to understand and follow the rules of the Gurukulam. 

  • 1. The Students should follow the orders or instructions of the Acharya in the Gurukulam.
  • 2. Students will be expected to follow the prescribed daily routine of the Gurukulam. Any exception can be made only after permission of the Acharya. The daily routine of the Gurukulam is given separately on this website.
  • 3. Rules regarding the expected conduct of the Students in the Gurukulam.
  • a. The students will behave politely with each other and with all elders, Aacharya, Guests and other people who they may interact with.
  • b. No one is to use any kind of abuses or expletives.
  • c. They will attempt to always speak the truth and not get angry over anything.
  • d. They will deal with each other with fairness and equity.
  • e. They will not do anything that can harm themselves or others.
  • 4. Rules regarding studies and work in Gurukulam
  • a. The students will always remain focused on their studies.
  • b. Students will be expected to perform common service for the maintenance and upkeep of the Gurukulam. Whatever be the service, they are expected to perform it with a sense of purpose and humility. They are expected not to procrastinate.
  • c. They are to always recognise the contribution and support being received from others and remain humble about receiving them.
  • d. They are to communicate in Sanskrit or any other language specified by the Acharya.
  • e. They are to keep their clothes and place clean.
  • 5. They are to pay particular attention to subtle activities like Dhyaan and Pranayaam
  • 6. If there is any kind of issue or adverse situation, they are to place it before the Acharya. Any decision they take, should be after consulting the Acharya.
  • 7. Until they are in Gurukulam, they are to always remember that they are there to get knowledge. They should remain mindful of their duties.

Parents are also advised to, when they interact with their son, to remind them of and motivate them to follow the rules and discipline of the Gurukulam.