NCERT's new Class IX social science textbook, "Understanding Society: India and Beyond – Part 1," introduces the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the 1975-77 Emergency. Economics chapters now focus on scarcity and government roles, impacting students from the 2026-27 academic session.
NCERT has restored the original "Dancing Girl" figurine image in its Class IX arts textbook after media reports highlighted its altered version. The bronze artifact from Mohenjo-daro had its bare torso covered in the new edition, sparking controversy.
The Supreme Court will review the CBSE's three-language policy for Class IX, requiring two Indian languages, amid concerns over mid-session implementation and impact on foreign language students.
CBSE mandates three languages for Class IX from July 1, with at least two being native Indian languages, aligning with NEP 2020. No Board exam for the third language in Class X.
