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NCERT Chairman Dinesh Saklani, said no decision has been taken yet on the panel's recommendations.
Arif Khan's statement comes amid a heated controversy over the NCERT panel's proposal.
He also clarified that nobody coerced him into making the recommendation and that he was satisfied with his decision.
The panel suggested introducing 'classical history' instead of 'ancient history' and including Indian Knowledge System in curriculum. NCERT officials said no decision has been taken yet on the recommendations.
The programme ‘Diploma Course in Guidance and Counseling’ will be offered by NCERT’s centers in Mysuru, Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, and Shillong
The Board said that the State Councils of Educational Research and Training (SCERTs) and State Education Boards either adopt or adapt the NCERT's model syllabi and textbooks or create their own based on the NCF
The government took such a stand in accordance with Kerala's exemplary educational background, the Minister said.
He pointed out that scientific temper and rational thinking are being challenged in India.
The fresh textbooks will be for classes 11 and 12, said Education Minister V Sivankutty.
Students will get the revised textbooks after the Onam holidays.