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26 June 2026

NCERT inclusion of 1975 Emergency in textbooks

While the inclusion of the Emergency in textbooks is a pedagogical update, it provides useful historical context for understanding constitutional evolution and the resilience of democratic institutions in India.

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Notes

  • NCERT has introduced a section on the 1975 Emergency in the Class 9 textbook 'Understanding Society: India and Beyond'.
  • The textbook describes the Emergency as a major challenge to Indian democracy, citing rising unemployment, inflation, and allegations of misgovernance as triggers.
  • Key features of the Emergency period noted include the suspension of fundamental rights, press censorship, and the arrest of political leaders and activists.
  • The role of Jayaprakash Narayan in mobilizing student and citizen movements in Bihar and Gujarat is highlighted.
  • The 1977 general elections following the lifting of the Emergency are presented as a demonstration of the strength of Indian democracy.
  • The textbook also incorporates content on women's rights, women's reservation in local bodies, and challenges to democratic practices such as misinformation, regionalism, and social discrimination.
  • The Election Commission's role in ensuring free and fair elections is discussed in the context of democratic traditions.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of incorporating historical challenges to democratic institutions in school curricula for fostering constitutional literacy among students. 150 words
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  2. The resilience of Indian democracy is often tested by internal challenges and institutional strain. Analyze the role of constitutional safeguards and mass movements in preserving democratic values in the face of such challenges. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. In which NCERT textbook has the 1975 Emergency been introduced for the first time at the Class 9 level?

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