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NCERT revises textbooks, sparking debate on historical narratives
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has revised content in Class 8 textbooks, leading to discussions about historical interpretations. Changes include alterations to chapters on the judiciary, India's freedom struggle, and the Partition. These revisions have prompted debate regarding the presentation of historical events and institutions in educational materials.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 3 · Centre 10 · Right 2 n = 15
- Left (3): Scroll.in, The Hindu, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (10 votes, 11 outlets): Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, Hindustan Times, Mathrubhumi English, Navbharat Times · The Times of India (Times Group — 1 vote), Telangana Today, The Indian Express, The Lallantop, The New Indian Express, The Tribune
- Right (2): Republic World, The Pioneer