NCERT Launches Educational Modules on Operation Sindoor for Classes 3–12.
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In August 2025, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) introduced two educational modules for Classes 3-12 to educate students about Operation Sindoor, India’s strategic response to the Pahalgam terror attack. These modules highlight military success, advanced technology, and national security awareness.
- Operation Sindoor was launched in May 2025 as a response to the April 22, 2025, Pahalgam terrorist attack, which killed 26 tourists. It targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), coordinated by Lashkar-e-Taiba, and planned with intelligence from the Indian Armed Forces.
- NCERT created two modules: “Operation Sindoor A Saga of Valour” for Classes 3-8 using stories and activities to engage young learners, and “Operation Sindoor – A Mission of Honour and Bravery” for Classes 9-12 with detailed analysis of strategy, execution, and operational outcomes.
- The modules highlight India’s defense capabilities, including the S-400 air defense system neutralizing enemy drones and aircraft. Operation Sindoor demonstrated precision strikes on terrorist infrastructure while avoiding civilian casualties, reflecting India’s advanced military technology and strategic planning.
Main Point :- (i) Operation Sindoor served as a political message to Pakistan and the international community, showcasing India’s strong stance against cross-border terrorism. It reinforced India’s commitment to national security, strengthened diplomatic credibility, and highlighted proactive defense and counter-terrorism measures on a global stage.
(ii) Aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, these modules integrate real-world events into curricula, fostering critical thinking, national pride, and security awareness. Students learn India’s geopolitical challenges, military ethics, and the importance of protecting national sovereignty through experiential learning and historical analysis.
(iii) The modules received positive feedback from educators and policymakers for modernizing curricula and raising national awareness. While some political debates arose over content, NCERT plans future modules on other significant national events, aiming to deepen students’ understanding of India’s defense and geopolitical priorities.
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