The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released a revised Class 8 Social Science textbook following Supreme Court directives.The original version sparked controversy by including sections on judicial corruption and systemic challenges, which were deemed offensive.The revised edition removes these contentious parts, including references to judicial backlog and a section citing former Chief Justice B.R.Gavai on corruption.It adds fresh content on public interest litigation (PIL), tribunals, and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

The textbook's chapter on the judiciary's role in society now emphasizes justice for a harmonious society rather than critiquing judicial inefficiencies.NCERT acknowledges the Supreme Court's oversight and states the revision complies with legal directions.

The change reflects efforts to balance educational content with judicial sensitivity, ensuring the textbook aligns with constitutional values while addressing public concerns about judicial accountability.

The revised edition, with 48 contributors instead of 51, excludes individuals initially blamed for the controversial chapter, signaling a shift in accountability and content curation.