The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released a new Social Science textbook for Class 9, adding another title to its revised set of school textbooks.
The book titled Understanding Society: India and Beyond, Social Science Textbook for Grade 9, Part 2, was announced by NCERT in a press statement dated September 28. The council said the textbook will be available for purchase from September 29.
Students, teachers, parents, and scholars can purchase the new textbook through NCERT’s authorised sales channels, including its Publication Division outlets, authorised vendors, and online platforms.
New Class 9 Social Science textbook released
The newly released book is designated as the Class 9 Social Science textbook for Grade 9, Part 2. NCERT’s announcement confirms the publication and its availability for purchase but does not provide detailed information about the chapters or subjects covered in the book.
The release comes as NCERT continues to revise and introduce school textbooks in accordance with the updated curriculum framework.
The council has been releasing new and revised textbooks across classes and subjects as part of the broader curriculum revision process. The latest Class 9 Social Science title is part of this continuing exercise.
For students moving into Class 9, the availability of the new book marks an addition to the prescribed learning material for the academic level. Teachers and schools can also refer to the publication while planning classroom instruction once the relevant curriculum and textbook requirements are in place.
NCERT gives limited details on textbook contents
While announcing the publication, NCERT did not outline the chapters, themes, or specific changes incorporated in Understanding Society: India and Beyond.
The absence of a detailed chapter-wise description means students and parents will need to refer to the textbook itself or await further academic guidance from NCERT and schools for information about its contents.
The title indicates a focus on understanding society, with India forming a central part of the book’s scope. However, NCERT’s September 28 announcement does not provide enough information to draw conclusions about the specific topics, lessons or treatment of themes in the textbook.
Students should therefore rely on official NCERT communication and instructions issued by their respective schools regarding the use of the new publication.
Where to buy new Class 9 Social Science book
NCERT has listed multiple channels through which the new textbook can be purchased. Students and parents can obtain the book from NCERT Publication Division outlets and authorised vendors.
The textbook will also be available through the official NCERT website and Amazon, giving buyers the option of purchasing it online.
NCERT has advised those seeking additional information about its publications to contact the Publication Division. Queries related to the book can be sent to the Chief Business Manager at the Publication Division at cbm.ncert@nic.in.
The NCERT Publication Division is located on Sri Aurobindo Marg in New Delhi.
New textbook part of ongoing curriculum revision
The release of Understanding Society: India and Beyond comes against the backdrop of NCERT’s continuing work to align school textbooks with the revised curriculum.
The council has been introducing updated learning material across school classes as part of this process. The new Class 9 Social Science book is another addition to that exercise.
For students, the immediate priority will be to follow the textbook requirements communicated by their schools and teachers. Parents purchasing the book should also ensure that they obtain the latest authorised edition through NCERT’s listed sales channels.
Further details about the textbook can be accessed through the official NCERT website.
