The BJP has endorsed the NCERT's move to include the Emergency period in Class 9 textbooks, deeming it a crucial "dark chapter" for students to learn from and prevent recurrence. The party criticized the Congress for opposing this inclusion, accusing them of an "Emergency mindset" and recalling the suppression of rights and institutions during Indira Gandhi's 1975-77 rule. This educational step aims to ensure such historical events are never repeated.

NCERT has added a detailed section on the 1975–77 Emergency in Class 9 textbooks, calling it a major challenge to Indian democracy and highlighting its impact.

For the first time, NCERT has introduced the Emergency of 1975-77 in a Class 9 textbook, labeling it a significant challenge to Indian democracy. The chapter details the…

The BJP has endorsed the NCERT's move to include the Emergency period in Class 9 textbooks, deeming it a crucial "dark chapter" for students to learn from and prevent recurrence.…

'Dark deeds of Emergency': Pradhan backs NCERT move to add chapter in Class 9 textbook