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.