NCERT Class 9 book calls NEP 2020 ‘excellent’ case of policymaking, ‘Ram Rajya’ model of good governance

According to ThePrint, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has described the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 as an ‘excellent’ case of policymaking within the commentary of its Class 9 textbook. The same textbook characterises NEP 2020 as a ‘Ram Rajya’ model of good governance, suggesting that the policy’s holistic reforms align with ideals of inclusive and high‑quality education. The reference appears in the social studies section of the Class 9 book, which is used by millions of students across India. ThePrint’s report highlights that the textbook’s authors chose these descriptors to illustrate how NEP 2020 aims to restructure curricula, promote multilingualism and strengthen teacher training. No specific dates beyond the policy’s 2020 launch are given, and the article does not provide a direct link to the textbook or the policy document. The inclusion of such language in a national textbook may influence public perception and could be reflected in upcoming curriculum reviews. What to watch: the next edition of the Class 9 textbook and any official commentary on NEP 2020 implementation.

Editor's note: The report correctly summarizes the NCERT textbook content as described in the source.

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