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8 July 2026

NCERT Class 8 textbook revision

The revision of NCERT textbooks regarding the judiciary serves as a contextual point for discussions on the independence of the judiciary and the challenges facing the Indian legal system, though it is not a direct exam topic itself.

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Notes

  • NCERT has released a revised Class 8 social science textbook.
  • The revision involves the removal of specific portions previously identified as controversial regarding the judiciary.
  • The 'Big Questions' section of the relevant chapter has been reframed to focus on the importance of justice for a 'just and harmonious society' rather than the necessity of an independent judiciary.
  • The section titled 'Challenges Faced by the Judicial System' has been completely removed from the textbook.
  • The removed section had previously highlighted issues such as case backlogs, shortage of judges, cumbersome legal procedures, and weak infrastructure.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of an independent judiciary in a democratic framework. How does the inclusion of institutional challenges in educational curriculum contribute to civic awareness? 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Which organization is responsible for the revision of school textbooks in India, including the recent updates to the Class 8 social science curriculum?

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