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New Social Science Books by NCERT (Thread)

The new Social Science books for Classes 6 to 8 are truly a delight. The Class 8 book is still not available on their site, but I have read Class 6 and 7 books and really loved them.

Here are some key takeaways
Read and enjoy!
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Name of Bharat and Jambu Dweep

Books talk about ancient history of India from Rig Veda and Sapta Sindhu name

Chapter also gives reference of Vishnu Puran for the name Bharat

Books talk about name of different parts of India came from Mahabharata and ancient history o India

This part I actually didnt like which talks about origin of Indian civilization from Indus valley civilization 4000 years ago. I think Indian civilization is way older but right now its only established fact and we have to go by facts

Veda

Book talks about Veda and Vedic Gods
Veda were composed 7000 years to 4000 years ago

Upanishads

Books also talk about Upanishads and various stories mentioned in Upanishads

There is a dedicated chapter related to cultural roots of India which talks about Hindu, Bodh and Jain culture

There’s no mention of LGBTQ or the typical “my life, my rules” narrative. Instead, the book beautifully emphasizes the importance of the family system, even dedicating a separate chapter to it.

Reading this chapter was truly a treat, especially with the lovely family photographs included.

What a subtle and thoughtful way to connect ancient Indian heritage with democracy- the chapter on democracy even begins with a quote from the Mahabharata.

Chapter of cities and states start from quote of The great Chanakya and not only in beginning but on many places the quotes of Chanakya and ancient Indian thinkers were given

No oppressor oppressed Marxist propaganda

There is a chapter on Jati and Varna system and it beautifully talks about how caste system was evolved by paternal profession and how all these groups complimented each other and lived in harmony

There are three dedicated chapters that talk about Indian Kings ruled from -300 BC to 1000 AD

They cover almost all great Indian Kings who were always neglected in previous books

This is truly the best chapter I found

It beautifully explains the sacredness of the Indian land, emphasizing that India is not just a piece of land but a holy and revered place.

This chapter talks about sacred Teertha of India scattered all over in different parts of India

This chapter also talks in detail about sacred Kumbha mela

This chapter talks about how rivers and mountain of India are not just river and mountains, they are sacred places and origin of our culture

Through out the chapter they presented beautiful shloka from Purans

My followers know that I’ve always been a critic of the Modi govt when it comes to education, but I must admit, this change feels refreshing and beautiful.

So far, I’ve read only Class 6 and 7 books, and I’m eagerly waiting for the Class 8 book, which covers the so-called “Dark Age” of India (the Mughal period).

As I get that book, I will share my review

I congratulate @EduMinOfIndia and @dpradhanbjp for these changes and request that this correction should not stop here and keep going

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