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'Bharat in our DNA,' says BJP on NCERT panel's recommendation for school textbooks

IndiaTimes Thursday, 26 October 2023
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) in India has recommended replacing the term 'India' with 'Bharat' in school textbooks. BJP leader Tarun Chugh welcomed the move, stating that 'Bharat' is part of the country's DNA. The recommendation was made by a committee headed by historian CI Issac, who explained that the term 'India' became common only after the establishment of the East India Company.
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A National Council of Educational Research and Training, NCERT committee suggests replacing "India" with "Bharat" in school textbooks, citing historical roots. The proposed changes also include introducing "classical history" and highlighting "Hindu victories." While committee chair C I Isaac...

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