Everything you need to know about the NCERT textbook row and SC ban

The Supreme Court banned NCERT’s Class 8 Social Science book over a “judicial corruption” chapter and issued contempt notices. Here’s what happened ...

From ‘corruption’ reference to contempt notice: Why Supreme Court banned NCERT’s Class 8 book

The new chapter discussed key challenges facing the judicial system, such as alleged corruption at different levels, a shortage of judges, complex legal procedures, and inadequate infrastructure.

NCERT Class 8 Textbook Flags 'Corruption And Backlog In Judiciary'

NCERT’s new Class 8 Social Science book highlights corruption and backlog in India’s judiciary, urging transparency and ...
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NCERT moves to retrieve 38 sold copies of withdrawn Class 8 social science textbook

The development comes a day after NCERT halted distribution over a controversy around a judiciary chapter on Class 8 book ...

After SC rap, NCERT begins process to identify officials behind Class 8 judiciary chapter

The top court has halted circulation of the disputed section and sought committee records, while NCERT has withdrawn the book and promised revisions after consultation.

No one from legal fraternity reviewed NCERT chapter on ‘corruption in judiciary’, say officials

The officials cited also pointed out that the previous Class 8 social science textbook -- which was in use until 2024 -- didn’t mention corruption at all.