US EditionHeroes in Textbooks: NCERT Syllabus Salutes Military Legends
INDIA, AUG 7 – NCERT introduces chapters on three Indian war heroes to inspire patriotism and teach courage, with curriculum changes supported by the Ministry of Defence and Education.
- On August 7, NCERT introduced chapters on Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman and Major Somnath Sharma, aiming to foster patriotism and lessons on sacrifice.
- The Defence Ministry collaborated with the Ministry of Education and NCERT to integrate the National War Memorial into the curriculum, aiming to instill resilience, empathy, and a spirit of service.
- According to the ministry, chapters on Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw appear in Class 8 , Brigadier Mohammad Usman in Class 7 , and Major Somnath Sharma in Class 8 .
- Through these additions, students will gain insights into India’s military history and absorb life lessons on resilience, empathy, emotional intelligence and civic responsibility.
- Amid efforts to integrate the National War Memorial, these additions aim to foster patriotism and instill national pride among citizens.
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Chapters on Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, other war heroes introduced in NCERT curriculum
In a broader initiative to promote the National War Memorial (NWM) as a vital national heritage site, the Ministry of Defence has collaborated with the Ministry of Education and the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) to incorporate references to the NWM into textbooks.
Indian War Heroes in Textbooks: NCERT Introduces Chapters on Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman and Major Somnath Sharma | 📰 LatestLY
In a significant move to foster patriotism and impart lessons on bravery and sacrifice, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has introduced chapters on three legendary Indian war heroes, Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman, and Major Somnath Sharma, in its new academic curriculum. 📰 Indian War Heroes in Textbooks: NCERT Introduces Chapters on Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman an…
Heroes in Textbooks: NCERT Syllabus Salutes Military Legends
The NCERT syllabus now includes chapters on Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman, and Major Somnath Sharma, aiming to inspire students with stories of courage and sacrifice. This initiative aligns with the National War Memorial's educational integration to promote patriotism and a deeper understanding of India's military history.
NCERT Introduces Chapters on Indian War Heroes in School Syllabus – SGTTimes.com – SGT Latest News, India News, Breaking News, Today's News
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has announced the inclusion of new chapters on three of India’s most celebrated war heroes in the upcoming academic year’s school curriculum. The stories of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman, and Major Somnath Sharma will now be part of the syllabus for Class VIII (Urdu), Class VII (Urdu), and Class VIII (English), respectively. The Ministry of Defence said the…
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