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Major Changes Made in Karnataka School Textbooks
Through these revisions, Karnataka is taking a proactive approach to education, ensuring that textbooks align with contemporary values, foster critical thinking, and provide a well-rounded education for students.

by Pragti Sharma / 18 Jun 2023 23:50 PM IST / 0 Comment(s) / 284

The education landscape in Karnataka is undergoing a significant transformation as the state embraces a series of noteworthy revisions in school textbooks. With a focus on enhancing the learning experience, the revisions encompass multiple subjects, including Kannada language and social studies, to provide students with a more comprehensive and relevant education.



Among the notable changes in the Class 10 Kannada textbook, one can observe a shift in content. The lesson 'Nijavada Adarsha Purusha Yaragabeku,' which previously featured RSS founder Hedgewar, has been replaced with 'Sukumara Swamiya Kathe' by Shivakotyacharya. Similarly, 'Kalavannu Geddavaru' by KT Gatti, which explored VD Savarkar's ideas, has given way to 'Blood Group' by Vijayamala Ranganath in the Class 8 Kannada textbook. These modifications reflect a conscious effort to update and diversify the literature provided to students.



Additionally, in the Class 8 Kannada textbook, the play 'Bhoo Kailasa' by Parampalli Narasimha Aithal has been substituted with 'Magalige Bareda Patra,' a translation of Jawaharlal Nehru's letter to Indira Gandhi. Such changes demonstrate the desire to present students with a broader range of perspectives and narratives.



Moreover, the Class 10 Kannada textbook has undergone further modifications, including replacing Dr. R Ganesh's 'Shreshta Bharatiya Chintanegalu' with Sara Aboobacker's 'Yudha.' These alterations not only reflect a commitment to academic relevance but also provide students with diverse viewpoints and ideas.



In the realm of social studies, the state government has taken strides to introduce additional chapters in the Class 6 textbook. These include topics such as 'Vedic Culture,' 'Rise of New Religions,' 'Human Rights,' 'Women Social Reformers,' and 'Women Freedom Fighters.' By incorporating these chapters, the education system aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of historical and social contexts, exposing students to a more inclusive portrayal of society.



Furthermore, the Class 10 social studies textbook has undergone revisions to address linguistic pride sensitively. Sentences that previously conveyed regionalism and linguistic pride as narrow-mindedness in comparison to nationalism have been removed from the chapter titled "Bharathakke iruva Savalugalu matthe Pariharagalu" (The challenges and solutions that lay ahead of India). This alteration aims to promote a sense of unity and inclusivity among students while respecting linguistic diversity.



Through these revisions, Karnataka is taking a proactive approach to education, ensuring that textbooks align with contemporary values, foster critical thinking, and provide a well-rounded education for students. By embracing change and embracing diverse perspectives, the education system aims to empower students with knowledge and insights that will serve them well in their future endeavors.


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