Panchkula, Aug. 27 -- Hansraj Public School hosted a two-day capacity building programme on Economics for senior school teachers. The workshop was conducted under the aegis of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and designed to align with the National Curriculum Framework (NCF 2005) and the NCERT Position Papers on Economics. The sessions were facilitated by Anupma Sharma and Harleen Kaur, who highlighted the indispensable role of Economics in developing an analytical and creative mindset among learners. They emphasised that Economics is not merely a subject of facts and figures but a critical exploration of social realities, helping students make sense of production, distribution, consumption, and the allocation of limited resources. Speaking on the approach to teaching, Anupma Sharma observed, "Economics teaching should move beyond memorisation to developing concepts, reasoning, and the ability to engage with real-life socio-economic issues. This shift makes classrooms dynamic and meaningful." The workshop also discussed the key objectives of teaching Economics, including economic reasoning for everyday life, awareness of national challenges, respect for multiple perspectives, and sensitivity towards resources and the environment. Teachers were encouraged to adopt participatory and activity-based methods, making learning both relevant and enjoyable. In her concluding remarks, the principal Jaya Bhardwaj, emphasised that,"Economics must not be seen as a non-utility subject, but as a powerful lens to understand life, society, and the world around us. As teachers, it is our responsibility to inspire curiosity, develop reasoning, and help learners connect economic concepts to real-life situations. Only then can Economics education truly contribute to nation- building and nurture independent, responsible citizens."...