Srinagar, July 10 -- Days after two books procured for government school libraries were found to contain content glorifying separatists, the Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has ordered a comprehensive review of all books available in government and recognised private schools, as well as coaching centres, across the Valley.
In a circular issued on July 6, the Directorate directed all Heads of Institutions (HOIs) to undertake a thorough screening of books available in classrooms, offices, staff rooms and school libraries to ensure that no publication contains "inappropriate or objectionable content."
According to the circular, the screening exercise aims to identify any material that may violate religious sentiments, contain ...