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NCERT Refers Mohenjo-Daro “Dancing Girl” Textbook Depiction Row To Experts For Review

Published 15 June 2026 · india

Amid the debate over the altered depiction of the 4,500-year-old Mohenjo-daro “Dancing Girl” in a Class 9 textbook, NCERT says there was no specific reason

Amid the debate over the altered depiction of the 4,500-year-old Mohenjo-daro “Dancing Girl” in a Class 9 textbook, NCERT says there was no specific reason behind the change and the issue has been referred to experts for review.

The controversy is sparking questions over historical accuracy, textbook revisions, cultural representation and how ancient Indian civilisation is being presented to students. The expert review

is expected to examine the depiction and address concerns raised over the change. n18oc_india n18oc_politics n18oc_breaking-news News18 Mobile App

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