The Supreme Court ordered ban on NCERT Class 8 Social Science textbook : "Corruption in Judiciary"
This article is based on the NCERT controversy, in which Chief Justice Surya Kant objected to the inclusion of a special section on "Corruption in the Judiciary" in the NCERT's Class 8 textbook. The CJI alleged a deep conspiracy in this matter.
An attempt is being made to defame the judiciary in this controversy.
The Supreme Court ordered an immediate ban and seizure of a Class 8 Social Science textbook containing a chapter on "corruption in judiciary".
Chief Justice Surya Kant has strongly objected to the inclusion of a special section on 'Corruption in the Judiciary' in the new Class 8 NCERT social science textbook.
On Wednesday, the Supreme Court stated that it will take suo motu notice of the matter.
Amid the massive controversy, NCERT sources have confirmed that the textbook containing the controversial passage has been withdrawn from sale. The CJI termed it a "well-planned and deep-rooted conspiracy." He said that stakeholders in the judiciary, the bar and the bench, are deeply concerned by this "selective approach." The bench also included Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M. Pancholi.
What is the NCERT controversy?
The NCERT controversy relates to a textbook that included a specific section on "corruption in the judiciary." Chief Justice Surya Kant objected to this, sparking controversy.
The controversy stems from the content of the textbook, which is alleged to tarnish the image of the judiciary.
Who was involved in this controversy?
The Supreme Court bench comprised Chief Justice Surya Kant, the CJI, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice Vipul M. Pancholi.
Surya Kant objected to the section included in the textbook, while the CJI called it a deep-rooted conspiracy. Justices Bagchi and Pancholi were on the bench.
What action did the Supreme Court take on this matter?
The Supreme Court stated that it took suo motu cognizance of the matter. This means that the court took up the matter on its own and decided to investigate it.
The court took this matter seriously and took action to protect the image of the judiciary.
What did the CJI say about this controversy?
The CJI described this controversy as a "well-planned and deep-rooted conspiracy." This meant that he considered it a well-planned effort aimed at defaming the judiciary.
The CJI believed that some people were behind this conspiracy who wanted to damage the image of the judiciary.
NCERT's apology:
NCERT has apologized for the error. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta said that the 32 books that were sold have been withdrawn.
Reprimand and notice to NCERT:
The court stated that an apology alone is insufficient; it is a "calculated move." The court issued show-cause notices to the NCERT director and the education secretary.
Education Minister's reaction:
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said that the instructions of the judiciary will be followed and action will be taken against those found guilty.