Controversial NCERT Chapter Sparks Unexpected Judicial Critique: Danino Responds

Michel Danino, an academic associated with a controversial chapter on judiciary in NCERT textbooks, expressed his surprise at the backlash the chapter received. He maintained the correctness of the content, even after the chapter's withdrawal, stating, "We certainly didn't expect it to cause this level of controversy."

The Indian Institute of Technology-Gandhinagar terminated Danino's guest professorship following a Supreme Court order, which barred him and two other academics due to the chapter. Danino indicated disappointment in NCERT's inadequate defense but stood by the chapter's intention to encourage critical student engagement, aligning with national education frameworks.

(With inputs from agencies.)