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NCERT Unveils New Class 9 Social Science Textbook 'Understanding Society: India And Beyond'
✍️ The Daily Jagran
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 12:18 PM
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The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released its latest Class 9 Social Science textbook, titled 'Understanding Society: India And Beyond', which is now available for purchase.
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) today launched its new Class 9 Social Science textbook titled "Understanding Society: India And Beyond". The book is designed to provide students with a comprehensive view of societal structures, both within India and in a global context.
The textbook covers key themes such as social institutions, cultural diversity, and the impact of globalization on Indian society. It aims to encourage critical thinking and comparative analysis among students.
Copies of the book are now available for purchase from the NCERT website and authorized book retailers across the country. The release coincides with the start of the academic year, ensuring that teachers and students can integrate the material into their curriculum immediately.
NCERT officials highlighted that the new textbook aligns with the latest curriculum reforms, emphasizing experiential learning and real‑world relevance. The launch is part of the council’s ongoing effort to modernize educational resources for secondary education.
The textbook covers key themes such as social institutions, cultural diversity, and the impact of globalization on Indian society. It aims to encourage critical thinking and comparative analysis among students.
Copies of the book are now available for purchase from the NCERT website and authorized book retailers across the country. The release coincides with the start of the academic year, ensuring that teachers and students can integrate the material into their curriculum immediately.
NCERT officials highlighted that the new textbook aligns with the latest curriculum reforms, emphasizing experiential learning and real‑world relevance. The launch is part of the council’s ongoing effort to modernize educational resources for secondary education.