The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) issued a clarification on Thursday on the controversy over naming Class 6 Kannada R3 Textbook “Krishna”, while also rejecting allegations that the book promotes any religious or cultural ideology. It also claimed that Chapter 6 or the textbook does not promote vegetarianism, but promotes “healthy food habits.”

Controversy erupts over NCERT's class 6 Kannada textbook titled 'Krishna,' sparking debates on dietary inclusivity and cultural representation.

National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has responded to concerns raised over its newly introduced Class 6 Kannada textbook, Krishna, after a Karnataka-based…