This is the second in a series based on articles I’ve posted in my Blog---The Reasoned Society. The nature of the articles published relate to a rational critique on social issues of the day, covering politics, religion, science, philosophy, and special dedication issues on individuals and groups of interest.Each series, besides describing social issues in the areas described above, will also contain a Special Feature of a didactic educational nature.The Special Feature in this book is, The 21st Century: Facing the Challenges Ahead. There are many important issues for the country, if not the world, to deal with. Emphasis is placed on two special challenges for the 21 century i.e., Fundamentalism and Education. Both of these issues will require our undivided attention.