Shimla, July 30 -- Himachal Pradesh's history, its unique folk culture, profiles of Kargil War heroes, and cuisines will be part of the textbooks for classes six to eight.
This was announced by Education minister Rohit Thakur after a meeting to review the textbooks for school education.
"The meeting held detailed discussions on incorporating key aspects of Himachal Pradesh's geography, society, history, folk culture, economy, and political system into the curriculum for students of classes six, seven, and eight," said the Education minister.
He informed that the revised textbooks would include engaging and informative content on Himachal Pradesh's journey from the prehistoric era to the state's formation. The curriculum would also cover the state's dialects, traditional cuisine, freedom fighters, Kargil heroes, soldiers, contemporary challenges, economy, political system, and other significant aspects of Himachal's rich heritage and identity. Thakur said the content and factual material would be finalised within one month to facilitate the early publication of the revised textbooks. These books will be introduced in schools from the academic session 2027-28.
"By introducing students to authentic information and facts about Himachal Pradesh, we will foster analytical thinking, deepen their understanding of the state's history and culture, and stimulate curiosity for further learning," he said, adding that the revised curriculum would also prove beneficial for students preparing for future competitive examinations.
The minister further stated that a committee has been constituted under his chairmanship to review and improve the curriculum for Classes 6, 7, and 8. The committee has been holding regular meetings to ensure the timely preparation and implementation of the revised textbooks. The panel comprises the Secretary of Education, representatives of the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education, the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) and assistant professors, among others.
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