Modern design education in India began with the setting up of National Institute of Design (NID) in 1961 and Industrial Design Centre (IDC) in 1969. Much has happened since then. From the days of ‘License-Raj’ India has taken a path to liberalisation and opened its markets to the world. In the wake of all this and the shift from a social[1]ist outlook to a more capitalistic inclination, the role played by design schools needs to be reviewed and re-examined. This chapter is related to my readings and reflections on subject of design and design schools. I also look at Auroville (though not a design school) as it has an atmosphere conducive to growth and nourishment for creative spirits. Two other notions that offer interesting standpoints that can enrich educational approaches at IDC are liberal arts and self-reflexivity