Rashtriya Shala is situated at
Rajkot in
Gujarat. Founded by
Mahatma Gandhi, the center is connected with the freedom struggle. Rashtriya Shala now functions to impart basic-education on Gandhian ideology. It also runs various constructive activities as propounded and advocated by Mahatma Gandhi, based on
Sarvodaya ideas.
The various activities conducted by Rashtriya Shala include Bal Mandir (pre-primary school) , Keshav Kumar Mandir, Sangeet Mahavidhyalaya and Mahadeo Desai Library. Sangeet Mahavidhyalaya offers classes for imparting vocal and instrumental music and also Bharatanatyam.
Rashtriya Shala is now famous for Patola Weaving cum Training Center which works to revive rare weaves and handicrafts.
