Abstract:
Proficiency in languages, science, and mathematics is seen as an essential
precursor to success in modem society. Among the above, mathematics is
increasingly becoming key factor that is influencing the careers. Mathematics is
the abstract science which investigates deductively the conclusion implicit in the
elementary conceptions of numerical and spatial relations. It is a systematized and
organized science. It is a science of logical reasoning. It enables to understand and
appreciate precision, brevity, sharpness, logic, beauty of numbers. Mathematics is
the study of abstractions and their relationship in which the only technique of
reasoning that may be used to confirm any relationship. The place of mathematics
in modem education system is determined by an analysis of the culture of the
modem society. The Kothari commission (1964) rightly emphasized that the study
of mathematics plays a prominent part in modem education.
The importance of mathematics in modem education has been recognized across
the world. According to Roger Bacon "Mathematics is a gate way and key of all
the sciences". Hence in all the sciences and information technology the knowledge
of mathematics is very much essential and useful. Mathematics helps to develop
soft skills, like self confidence, logical and critical thinking, self- reliance, sense of
appreciation, scientific attitude, problem solving etc. Therefore, the research on
mathematics had made it evident that society, community and parents are much
keener than before to impart better mathematical abilities among their children. It
is also very pertinent for every mathematics teacher to develop positive attitude
towards learning mathematics among students. The positive attitude is helpful in
improving up the thinking level of the students and plays a significant role in the
development of different mental abilities.
