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3w ago

R Madhavan Criticizes NCERT Over History Textbook Revisions

The actor questions the marginalization of southern dynasties like the Cholas and challenges the removal of Mughal and Sultanate chapters under NEP-driven reforms.

R Madhavan was most recently seen in Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh.
'Cholas get one chapter, Mughals got eight': R Madhavan questions NCERT history syllabus
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Overview

  • Actor R Madhavan has publicly criticized NCERT for allocating disproportionate textbook coverage to the Mughal Empire compared to southern dynasties like the Cholas.
  • NCERT's revised Class 7 history syllabus excludes references to the Mughal Empire and Delhi Sultanate, replacing them with lessons on sacred geography and government schemes.
  • The revisions align with the National Education Policy and NCFSE 2023, emphasizing Indian traditions, philosophies, and local knowledge systems.
  • Madhavan highlighted the Chola Empire's 2,400-year reign, advanced maritime trade, and cultural reach, arguing its legacy is underrepresented in education.
  • The actor's comments have reignited debates over narrative ownership and regional representation in Indian history curricula.