New Delhi, February 26: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has suspended the distribution of a new Class 8 social science textbook following the discovery of inappropriate content in one of its chapters. The chapter, titled “The Role of the Judiciary in Our Society,” spans pages 125 to 142.
On February 24, NCERT released the textbook, but concerns were raised by several judges and senior advocates regarding the content of this particular chapter. In response, the Department of School Education and Literacy, under the Ministry of Education, issued an immediate directive to halt the distribution of the book until further notice. NCERT has complied with this order.
The NCERT acknowledged the error, stating that it was unintentional and that there was no intention to undermine the dignity of any institution. The chapter will be rewritten in consultation with relevant authorities, and the revised textbook is expected to be available to students at the beginning of the 2026-27 academic session.
In a statement released late Wednesday, NCERT expressed regret over the mistake and assured that measures would be taken to prevent such errors in the future. The judiciary has taken cognizance of the matter, with a hearing scheduled in the Supreme Court regarding the issue.
NCERT reiterated its respect for the Indian judiciary, viewing it as a guardian of the Constitution and fundamental rights. The council emphasized that the objective of new textbooks is to enhance constitutional literacy among students, foster respect for institutions, and strengthen understanding of democratic processes.
The council has reaffirmed its commitment to institutional integrity and constitutional values while apologizing for the oversight.
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