IIT Gandhinagar cuts ties with prof amid NCERT textbook row

IIT Gandhinagar has severed its ties with guest professor Michel Danino following a Supreme Court directive regarding his involvement in the drafting of a controversial NCERT Class 8 textbook. This textbook, which included a section addressing 'corruption in the judiciary', faced backlash and was subsequently withdrawn. The Supreme Court's order emphasized the need for the institution to distance itself from Danino and two other individuals connected to the textbook's content. This decision marks a significant move in response to the ongoing debate surrounding educational materials and the portrayal of sensitive subjects in school curricula. The incident has sparked discussions on academic freedom, educational integrity, and the role of educational bodies in shaping narratives around governance and corruption. Danino's association with IIT Gandhinagar had previously been a point of interest, but this recent development has led to a reevaluation of affiliations in light of public sentiment and legal guidance.