NCERT shades image of Indus Valley ‘dancing girl’ in new class 9 art textbook
The NCERT has faced criticism for altering the depiction of the iconic 'Dancing Girl' figurine in a new Class 9 art textbook. The updated image features a darker shade and modified clothing, sparking debate over historical representation.
Why it matters
Educational materials are critical for historical accuracy, and changes to iconic artifacts often trigger broader cultural and political debates regarding national identity.
The iconic “Dancing Girl” of Mohenjo Daro, a 4,500-year-old bronze figurine that has featured in Indian school textbooks for decades, appears to have been altered in a newly released Class 9 art education textbook published by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT).
The report presents the controversy neutrally, citing both the change and the official response from the NCERT.
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