This book presents the outcome of discussions between J. Krishnamurti and the students and teachers of Rishi Valley School in Andhra Pradesh and Rajghat Besant School in Varanasi. Krishnamurti regards education as essential for communicating ideas central to transforming the human mind and fostering a new culture. Through these thought-provoking conversations, he questions the very roots of our culture, allowing a comprehensive perspective on education to unfold.

Krishnamurti's approach goes beyond proposing reforms to the educational system. His challenge addresses both the structure of education and the nature of the human mind and life itself. Unlike conventional alternatives that adapt within specific cultural frameworks, his perspective transcends these boundaries, establishing a fresh set of values. To Krishnamurti, a "new mind" is achievable only when the religious spirit and scientific attitude become parts of the same consciousness. His work emphasizes empathy, intellectual curiosity, and the integration of spirituality and science for true educational transformation.