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Time of India
11-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
From ‘Pranayam' to ‘Bandhej', schooltextbooks get a traditional makeover
Jaipur: 'Surya Namaskar', 'Makar Sankranti', Pushkar fair, blue pottery, other traditional dance, art and medicines are among the topics that are covered by the new textbooks for classes 1-5 by the state's school education department as part of incorporating the 'Indian Knowledge System', officials said Wednesday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Under the environmental studies curriculum, class 4 students will be taught 12 postures of 'Surya Namaskar'. They will also learn about fairs, festivals, and arts of Rajasthan, such as the Pushkar fair, festivals like 'Gangaur', 'Hariyali Teej', and the desert festival. Artisanal works like blue pottery, 'Bandhej', and 'Leheriya' will also be taught. In class 5, students will learn about different types of 'Pranayam' (breathing exercise), such as 'Bhastrika', 'Anulom Vilom', 'Kapalbharti', and 'Bhamri'. They will be taught the state's dance forms such as 'Ghoomar' and 'Kalbeliya'. Local medicines and traditional treatment methods, like usage of 'neem', aloe vera, 'tulsi', 'amla', and 'ashwagandha', will also be taught. The focus of the new curriculum is on competency-based learning, with time allocated, from 30 minutes to one hour, for each topic depending on the class and learning level of students, officials said. "In all textbooks, the focus is on activity and experience-based learning, along with toy-based learning, to make education fun for students. Another priority is to include 21st century skills like logical reasoning, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and creative development. Our aim is to develop an interest for education in the child, which will act as self motivation for them to attend classes in school," said a senior official of the Rajasthan State Council of Educational Research & Training (RSCERT). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now After every five chapters in the new textbooks, an activity-based learning assignment has been added. For example, to teach shapes such as circles or rectangles, poems have been cited in the mathematics textbook for class 2, explaining the shape with examples. A note for teachers in the chapter mentions that shapes being taught should be shown to students from the surroundings. The chapters have been written in a theme-based manner and not by providing direct information, to make them engaging for students, officials said.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Raj unveils new primary school curriculum aligned with NEP'20
1 2 Jaipur: The Rajasthan education department has announced a comprehensive overhaul of primary education textbooks, aligning them with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 guidelines. The new curriculum, set to be implemented from July 1, will cover classes 1-5 and introduces a wide range of topics from Indian history to contemporary achievements. The reformed textbooks will feature stories of national heroes and revolutionaries, including Maharana Pratap, Chhatrapati Shivaji, Subhash Chandra Bose and Vallabhbhai Patel. Students will also learn about modern achievements like the Chandrayaan Mission and cultural events such as the Maha Kumbh. "These changes reflect our commitment to providing education that is both child-friendly and relevant to current needs," said Shweta Fageria, director of RSCERT. The curriculum introduces practical subjects like road safety and municipal body functions, while also highlighting environmental conservation through stories like the Khejarli Balidan, which documents the sacrifice of over 360 Bishnois who protected Khejri trees. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Education minister Madan Dilawar emphasised that the new approach moves beyond traditional bookish knowledge. "Students will receive practical and interesting information about Indian culture, history and geography, along with stories of our brave warriors," he said. In accordance with NEP guidelines, primary education will be conducted in local languages and mother tongues, with specially prepared dictionaries for various dialects. The education department has established a clear timeline, ensuring that all students up to class 5 will receive their new textbooks by July. A state-level committee formed in Nov continues to review the entire school curriculum. The initiative represents a significant step toward modernising education while preserving cultural heritage and promoting practical learning in Rajasthan's primary schools. The new system will introduce revolutionary leaders and democratic concepts from class 3 onwards, integrated across Hindi, English and EVS subjects. By class 5, students will study detailed biographies of historical figures like Veer Durgadas Rathore and Dayanand Saraswati, providing a comprehensive understanding of India's rich historical legacy.
India Today
09-06-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Pack of sweets with cash: Rajasthan minister alleges bribery attempt by teacher
Rajasthan's school education minister, Madan Dilawar, has alleged that a government school teacher tried to bribe him, seeking a position on the curriculum writing committee during a public hearing at his said that the incident occurred earlier in the morning at his official residence while he was preparing for a visit to Ramgarh. Chandrakant Vaishnav, the teacher, arrived to meet him there and handed the minister a box of sweets, several documents, and a sealed opening the envelope, Dilawar found Rs 5,000 inside. "I instantly rejected this inappropriate act and handed over the envelope to the police and also directed necessary action against the person concerned," Dilawar said in a post on X. "Zero tolerance policy towards corruption is the basis of good governance," he added. He said he immediately contacted the police to report the incident, and Chandrakant was taken into currently posted as a Grade-3 Level-2 science teacher, expressed his interest in being appointed to the curriculum writing committee. Posted in a village in Banswara district, he had allegedly come to Jaipur with the intention of securing a position on the curriculum committee associated with the Rajasthan State Council of Educational Research and Training (RSCERT).In his application, the teacher allegedly also mentioned that he had been associated with ABVP and the Sangh Parivar since his student years, news agency PTI calling the incident a "painful and unfortunate moment," said that this was the first time in his 35-36 years of political life that someone had presumed he would accept money for official work."This is the most unfortunate incident of my life. It is saddening to see that people think the education minister would take money to get things done," he of Secondary Education, Ashish Modi, was also present at the press conference and confirmed that the Education Department and administrative authorities are treating the matter with utmost investigation into the matter is Watch
Time of India
28-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Raj to roll out syllabus in line with NCERT for classes 1 to 5
Jaipur: Education department has set a timeline for introducing NCERT-aligned updated syllabus books in schools. As per an official order, students up to Class 5 will receive their new textbooks by July, with the transition beginning this academic session. The updated curriculum, developed by Rajasthan State Council of Educational Research and Training (RSCERT), Udaipur, will be implemented for Classes 1 to 5 starting this session. For Classes 6, 7, 8, 9, and 11, the new curriculum, in line with National Education Policy 2020 and National Curriculum Framework-2023, will be rolled out in the 2026-27 session. For Classes 10 and 12, the new curriculum will be introduced in the 2027-28 academic session, as new textbooks are being developed. The department has directed the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) and RSCERT to prepare an action plan for the new syllabus between May 15 and Oct 31, with a report to be submitted to the state govt. This will ensure that schools provide accurate and quality information to students. Satish Gupta, secretary of state-level syllabus review committee, said, "New books will be ready within a month. Topics related to local culture, life values, and the environment have been added in books for Classes 1-5. The draft for these books will be finalised this week, after which they will be printed." Gupta added that chapters will be added about Meera Bai, Panna Dhai, Maharana Pratap, Rani Lakshmi Bai, among others. "Depending on the age and class, information will be added to the chapters about local leaders and history. For junior classes, small chapters will be added, and it will be increased as per seniority and information grasping capacities," added Gupta.
