The Supreme Court expressed serious worry about a section on ‘corruption’ in an NCERT Class 8 textbook. Former Law and Justice Minister Ashwani Kumar supported the Court’s stance, emphasizing that teaching young children about judicial corruption is both incorrect and unethical. Kumar praised the Chief Justice for safeguarding the judiciary’s reputation and preventing unnecessary controversies, especially among impressionable youngsters.
Meanwhile, Congress MP Tariq Anwar echoed support for the Chief Justice’s stance, highlighting the importance of addressing concerns over the textbook content. He commended the Court for taking a stand against the inclusion of judicial corruption in educational materials.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant reiterated the Court’s commitment to protecting the institution’s integrity, emphasizing that defaming the judiciary will not be tolerated. He indicated potential suo motu action in response to the matter, assuring that the law will be upheld.
Senior lawyer Kapil Sibal’s revelation about the NCERT teaching Class 8 students about judicial corruption prompted the Court’s reaction. Sibal’s concerns over the portrayal of corruption in the judiciary in contrast to other sectors sparked discussions about the educational curriculum’s content and its implications.
