NCERT Syllabus Changes for Session 2023-24

The education landscape in India is constantly evolving to adapt to the changing needs of students and society. In line with this, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced significant changes in the NCERT syllabus for the academic session 2023-24. 

CBSE’s NCERT syllabus has received a massive change for the session 2023-24 for CBSE classes 9-12. As per the National Education Policy 2020, NCERT’s new syllabus 2023-24 will be as per NCERT’s new edition. These will include revised areas of learning and chapters for class 9-12 NCERT with a reduced syllabus. 

This is touted as the most prominent and permanent change in the NCERT syllabus as nearly 30% of the old NCERT curriculum is updated. 

These new NCERT new syllabus for classes 9-12 aim to foster holistic learning, promote critical thinking, and align the curriculum with the demands of the 21st-century world. 

In this article, you will explore the key modifications introduced in the NCERT syllabus change, key pointers about NCERT reduced syllabus, and where can you find the NCERT books’ latest edition to prepare smartly for the 2-23-24 exam. You will also read why NCERT has rationalised this academic update and its potential impact on student’s education.

Changes in Class 9 NCERT Syllabus for Session 2023-24

An overview of the changes made in the NCERT syllabus for Class 9 for the academic year 2023-24 is listed below. 

English NCERT deleted syllabus class 9 includes: 

Chapter/book – Beehive	Chapter/topic dropped
Packing	Full chapter
The Duck and the Kangaroo	Full chapter
The Bond of Love	Full chapter
The Snake Trying	Full chapter
Class 9 English – Moments book – The Accidental Tourist(A Short Story)	Full chapter
Weathering the Storm inErsama	Full chapter

Reduced Class 9 CBSE NCERT syllabus of Hindi: 

Chapter/book – Class 9 Hindi A – Kshitij	Chapter/topic dropped
नाना साहेब की पुत्री; देवी मैना को भस्म कर दिया गया	Full chapter
एक कुत्ता और एक मैना	Full chapter
चद्र गहना से लौटत बेर	Full chapter
यमराज की दिशा	Full chapter
Class 9 Hindi A – Kritika
माटी वाली	Full chapter
किस तरह आखिरकार मैं हिन्दी में आया	Full chapter
Class 9 Hindi B – Sparsh
धर्म की आड़	Full chapter
आदमीनामा	Full chapter
एक फूल की चाह	Full chapter
Class 9 Hindi B – Sanchayan
हामिद खां	Full chapter
दिये जल उठ	Full chapter

Math NCERT deleted syllabus class 9 includes: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Areas of Parallelogram and Triangles	Full chapter
Construction	Full chapter
Probability	Full chapter
Number Systems	Introduction Representing real numbers on the number line
Polynomials	Remainder theorem
Coordinate Geometry	Plotting a point in the plane if its coordinates are given
Linear Equations in Two Variables	Graph of linear equations in two variables Equations of lines parallel–x–axis and y–axis
Euclidean Geometry	Equivalent versions of Euclid’s fifth postulate
Lines and Angles	Introduction  Parallel lines and a transversal Angle sum property of a triangle
Quadrilaterals	Angle sum property of a quadrilateral Types of quadrilaterals Another condition for a Quadrilateral–be a Parallelogram
Circles	Introduction Circles and its related terms: Circle through three points
Heron’s Formula	Application of Heron’s formula in finding areas of quadrilaterals
Surface Area and Volume	Introduction Surface area of a cuboid and cube Surface area of right circular cylinder Volume of cuboid Volume of cylinder
Statistics	Collection of data Presentation of data Measure of central tendency Summary

List of rationalised content in textbooks for Class IX – Science NCERT deleted syllabus class 9 include: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Matter in Our Surroundings	Box item titled ‘Plasma and Bose–Einstein Condensate’
Is MatterAround Us Pure?	Separating the components of a mixture How can we obtain coloured components (dye) from blue/black ink? How can we separate cream from milk? How can we separate a mixture of two immiscible liquids? How can we separate a mixture of salt and camphor? Is the dye in black ink a single colour? How can we separate a mixture of two miscible liquids? How can we obtain different gases from the air? How can we obtain pure copper sulphate from an impure sample?
Atoms and Molecules	Mole concept
Diversity in Living Organisms	Full chapter
Motion	Equations of motion by graphical method Equation for Velocity–Time Relation Equation for Position–Time relation Equation for Position–Velocity
Force and Laws of Motion	Conservation of Momentum Activity 9.5, 9.6 Example 9.6, 9.7, 9.8 Box item ‘Conservation Laws
Gravitation	Following Box Items: Brief Description of Isaac Newton How did Newton guess the inverse–square rule? Relative Density
Work and Energy	Commercial Unit of Energy
Sound	Box item titled, ‘Can sound make a light spot dance?’ Box item titled ‘Sonic Boom’ Sound Needs a Medium to Travel Sonar Structure of Human Ear
Why Do We Fall Ill?	Full chapter
Natural Resources	Full chapter

Social Science NCERT deleted syllabus class 9 include: Contemporary India-I 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Climate	Jet streams, western cyclonic disturbances, The Indian Monsoon, the onset of the monsoon and withdrawal and related Figs 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.6
Natural Vegetation and Wildlife	Factors affecting the diversity of flora and Fauna Fig 5.1 and Table 5.1
Population	Pointers regarding three major questions about population, age composition, sex ratio, literacy rates, occupational structure, health, NPP 2000 and adolescents

Note: Students must be aware of the deleted parts of the books and read from the revised NCERT books to prepare the right stuff for their upcoming CBSE board exams 2023-24

Changes in Class 10 NCERT Syllabus for Session 2023-24

NCERT syllabus for Class 10 for the academic year 2023-24 has been updated. 

NCERT deleted syllabus for class 10 includes changes in three subjects: English, Maths, Social Studies, and Science:

Rationalised Content in NCERT Class 10 English Book

In English, a new book ‘Words and Expressions’ has been prescribed. Some changes have been made to the marching scheme.

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
First Flight Book – Class 10 English Book	Chapter 5,6 & 7 dropped
Footprints without Feet – Class 10 English Book	The Hack Driver
Words and Expressions II – Class 10 English Book	Full 5 & 6 unit

Rationalised Content in NCERT Class 10 Social Science Book

• In Social Studies, a new book called ‘Learning Outcomes at the Secondary Stage’ has been prescribed.

Changes in Contemporary India – II 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Chapter 1 – Resources and Development	Types of Resources. Box information
Chapter 2 – Forest and Wildlife	From second paragraph of ‘Flora and Fauna in India’ to ‘The Himalayan Yew in Trouble’, box information, Figs 2.1 and 2.2
Chapter 4 – Agriculture	Contribution of agriculture to the national economy, employment and output, Impact of globalisation on agriculture
Chapter 6 -Manufacturing Industries	Contribution of the industry to national economy, paragraphs from cotton textiles (India exports… fibre industry), Jute textiles (Challenges… products), Sugar industry (Major… baggage), Iron Steel industry (In 2019… consumer of steel; Though… and discuss), Cement industry

Changes in Democratic Politics – II

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Chapter 3 – Democracy and Diversity	Full chapter
Chapter 5 – Popular Struggles and Movements	Full chapter
Chapter 6: Political Parties	Full chapter
Chapter 8 – Challenges to Democracy	Full chapter

Rationalised Content in NCERT Class 10 Science Book:

• In Science, a new book called ‘Assessment of Practical Skills’ has been prescribed. 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Chapter 5: Periodic Classification of Elements	Full chapter
Chapter 14: Sources of Energy	Full chapter
Chapter 16: Sustainable Management of Natural Resources	Full chapter

Rationalised Content in NCERT Class 10 Math

The marks distribution has changed in Maths. It will be 80 marks now. 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Chapter 1: Real Number	Euclid’s division lemma Revisiting rational numbers and their decimal expansions
Chapter 2: Polynomials	Division algorithm for polynomials
Chapter 3:Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables	Pair of linear equations in two variables Graphical method of solution of a pair of linear equations3. Cross-multiplication method Equation reducible to a pair of linear equations in two variables
Chapter 4: Quadratic Equations	Solution of a quadratic equation by completing the squares
Chapter 6: Triangles	Areas of similar triangles Pythagoras theorem
Chapter 7: Coordinate Geometry	Area of a triangle
Chapter 8: Introduction to Trigonometry	Trigonometric ratios of complementary  angles
Chapter 11: Construction	Division of a line segment Construction of tangents to a circle
Chapter 12:Areas Related to Circles	Perimeter and area of a circle- A review Areas of combinations of plane figures
Chapter 13: Surface Areas and Volumes	Conversion of solid from one shape to another Frustum of a cone
Chapter 14: Statistics	Graphical representation of cumulative frequency distribution

Changes in Class 11 NCERT Syllabus for Session 2023-24

The changes made in the NCERT syllabus for Class 11 for the academic year 2023-24 is at par with CBSE’s bid to align with the NEP 2020. By reducing the content load and providing opportunities for experiential learning, CBSE Class 11 students will be able to study with a creative mindset. 

Rationalised Math NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

Here we’ve summarised Math NCERT deleted syllabus class 11: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Chapter 1: Sets	Power Set Practical Problems on Union and Intersection of Two Sets Examples 31–34 and Ques.6–7 (Miscellaneous Exercise), Ques. 13–16 (MiscellaneousExercise) Last Point in the Summary on the Page
Trigonometric Functions	Trigonometric Equations (up to Exercise 3.4) Last five points in the Summary Proofs and Simple Applications of Sine and Cosine Formulae
Principle of Mathematical Induction	Full Chapter
Complex Number	Polar Representation of a Complex Number Quadratic Equation Example 11 and Exercise Examples 13, 15, 16 Ques. 5–8, 9 and 13 (Miscellaneous Exercise) Last three points in the Summary Square-root of a Complex Number
Linear Inequalities	Graphical Solution of Linear Inequalities in Two Variables Solution of System of Linear Inequalities in Two Variables Last three points in the Summary
BinomialTheorem	General Middle Terms Example 17 and Ques.1–3, and 8 (MiscellaneousExercise) Last two points in the Summary
Sequences and Series	Arithmetic Progression (A.P.) (up to Exercise 9.2) Sum to n terms of Special Series Examples 21, 22 and 24 Ques. 1–6, 12, 15, 16, 20, 23–26 (Miscellaneous Exercise) Point 3 and 4 in the Summary
Straight Lines	Collinearity of Three Points (Examples 4–5 and Ques. 8, 13–14 in Exercise 10.1) Normal Forms Ques. 8 in Exercise 10.2 General Equation of a Line Ques. 3 in Exercise 10.3 Ques. 2 (Miscellaneous Exercise) Fourth Last Point in the Summary Equation of Family of Lines Passing Through the Points of Intersection of Two Lines Shifting of Origin
Conic Sections	Special Cases of an Ellipse
Introduction to Three Dimensional Geometry	Section Formula Exercise 12.3 Ques. 4 and 5 (Miscellaneous Exercise), Last Three Points in the Summary
Mathematical Reasoning	Full Chapter
Statistics	Analysis of Frequency Distribution Ques. 6 (Miscellaneous Exercise) and last point in the Summary
Probability	Introduction Random Experiment First Two Points in the Summary

Rationalised Biology NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

If you’re wondering what is NCERT syllabus for Biology class 11, here’s a list of rationalised topics and chapters removed for the session 2023-24: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
The Living World	What is ‘Living’? Taxonomical Aids Botanical Gardens Museum Zoological Parks Summary (Para 2) Question no. 10
Plant Kingdom	Angiosperms Plant Life Cycles and Alternation of Generations Summary (Para 5 and 6) Question no. 10
Morphology of Flowering Plants	Modifications of Root Modifications of Stem Modifications of Leaves, Fabaceae, Liliaceae Question nos 1, 2, 6 (b) 8, 9, 12, 14
Anatomy ofFlowering Plants	The Tissues Meristematic Tissues Simple Tissues (Para 2, 3) Complex Tissues (Para 4) Secondary Growth Vascular Cambium Activity of the Cambial Ring Spring Wood and Autumn Wood Heartwood and Sapwood Cork Cambium Secondary Growth in Roots Question nos 1, 2, 3, 7, 11
Structural Organisation in Animals	Animal Tissues Epithelial Tissue Connective Tissue Muscle Tissue Neural Tissue Earthworm Morphology Anatomy Cockroach Morphology Anatomy Summary (Para 2, 3, 4) Question nos 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14 (c)
Biomolecules	Nature of Bond Linking Monomers in a Polymer Dynamic State of Body Constituents—Concept of Metabolism Metabolic Basis for Living The Living State Question nos 2, 3, 5, 8, 10
Transport in Plants	Full Chapter
Mineral Nutrition	Full Chapter
Digestion and Absorption	Full Chapter
Plant Growth and Development	Photoperiodism Vernalisation Seed Dormancy Question nos 3, 5, 8, 10
Neural Control and Coordination	5 Reflex Action and Reflex Arc Sensory Reception and Processing Eye Parts of an Eye Mechanism of Vision The Ear Mechanism of Hearing Summary (para 3 and 4) Question nos 1 (b, c), 2 (c),4, (c, d), 5 (e, f, g, h), 6 (b,c), 7, 8 (b, c), 9 (c), 10 (a),11, 12 (c, d)

Rationalised Chemistry NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

If you’re wondering what is NCERT syllabus for Chemistry Part I & II class 11, here’s a list of rationalised topics and chapters removed for the session 2023-24: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
States of Matter: Gases and Liquids	Full chapter
Hydrogen	Full chapter
s-Block Elements	Full chapter
Some p-Block Elements	Full chapter
Environmental Chemistry	Full chapter

Rationalised Physics NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

If you’re wondering what is NCERT syllabus for Physics Part I & II class 11, here’s a list of rationalised topics and chapters removed for the session 2023-24: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Physical World	What is Physics? Scope and Excitement of Physics Physics, Technology and Society Fundamental Forces in Nature Nature of Physical Laws
Units and Measurements	Measurement of Length Measurement of Mass Measurement of Time Accuracy, Precision of Instruments and Errors in Measurement Exercises 2.13, 2.14,2.19–2.22, 2.24–2.33
Motion in a Straight Line	Position, Path Length and Displacement Average Velocity and Average Speed Relative Velocity Exercises 3.5, 3.7–3.9 and 3.23–3.28 Appendix 3.1
Motion in a Plane	Relative Velocity in Two Dimensions Exercises 4.12–4.14;4.26–4.32
Laws of Motion	Exercises 5.24–5.40
Work, Energy and Power	Various Forms of Energy: the Law of Conservation of Energy Exercises 6.24–6.29
System of Particles and Rotational Motion	Theorems of Perpendicular and Parallel Axes Rolling Motion Exercises 7.10, 7.18–7.19,7.21–7.33
Gravitation	Geostationary and Polar Satellites Weightlessness Exercises 8.3–8.5, 8.22–8.25
Mechanical Properties of Solids	Elastic Behaviour of Solids Determination of Young’s Modulus of the Material of a Wire Exercises 9.17 – 9.21
Mechanical Properties of Fluids	Venturi-meter Blood Flow and Heart Attack Detergents and Surface Tension Exercises 10.21–10.31
Thermal Properties of Matter	Greenhouse Effect Exercises 11.21 – 11.22
Thermodynamics	Heat Engines Refrigerators and Heat Pumps Exercises 12.7 and 12.10
Kinetic Theory	Specific Heat Capacity of Water Exercises 13.11–13.14
Oscillations	Damped Simple Harmonic Motion Forced Oscillations and Resonance Exercises 14.16 (p. 365), 14.20–14.25
Waves	Doppler Effect Exercises 15.20–15.27

Rationalised Statistics for Economics NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

If you’re wondering what is NCERT syllabus for NCERT class 11 Economics, here’s a list of rationalised topics and chapters removed for the session 2023-24: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Measures of Dispersion	Full chapter

Rationalised Indian Economic Development NCERT deleted syllabus class 11

If you’re wondering what is NCERT syllabus for NCERT class 11 Economic Development, here’s a list of rationalised topics and chapters removed for the session 2023-24: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Poverty	Full chapter
Infrastructure	Full chapter

Rationalised Business Studies NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

If you’re wondering what is NCERT syllabus for NCERT class 11 Business Studies, here’s a list of rationalised topics and chapters removed for the session 2023-24: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Private, Public and Global Enterprises	Joint Ventures
Business Services	Warehousing and Its Functions
Emerging Modes of Business	Outsourcing—Concept Need and Scope
Sources of Business Finance	Discounting of Bill of Exchange; ADR and GDR
International Business	Complexities involved in International Business, Foreign Trade Promotion: Organisational Support and Incentives; Nature and Importance of Export Processing Zone

Rationalised Accountancy NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

If you’re wondering what is NCERT pattern for class 11 Accountancy, here’s a list of rationalised topics and chapters removed for the session 2023-24: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Theory Base of Accounting	Textual Content on IFRS
Bills of Exchange	Full Chapter
Accounts from Incomplete Records	Full Chapter
Computers in Accounting	Full Chapter

Rationalised Themes in World History NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

The NCERT curriculum for class 11 World History and the rationalised topics and chapters removed for the session 2023-24: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
From the Beginning of Time	Full Chapter
The Central Islamic Lands	Full Chapter
Confrontation of Cultures	Full Chapter
The Industrial Revolution	Full Chapter

Rationalised Fundamentals of Physical Geography NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

The NCERT curriculum for class 11 and NCERT new syllabus 2023-24 Physical Geography and the rationalised topics and chapters removed are: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Geography as a Discipline	Physical Geography and Natural Sciences, Geography and Social Sciences
The Origin and Evolution of the Earth	Our Solar System, The Moon, Geological Time Scale
Interior of the Earth	Activity— Locating an Epicentre
Minerals and Rocks	Full Chapter
Life on the Earth	Full Chapter

Rationalised India: Physical Environment NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

The NCERT curriculum for class 11 Physical Envionrment and practical work and NCERT new syllabus 2023-24 the rationalised topics and chapters removed are: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Structure and Physiography	Large Scale Variations within the Himalayas. Five subdivisions have been deleted and Figures 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9
Drainage System	Smaller Rivers Flowing towards the West, Smaller Rivers Flowing towards the East, River Regimes, Table 3.1 of comparison between the Himalayan and the Peninsular rivers
Climate	Two groups mentioned under Factors Determining the Climate of India and heading factors related to location and relief, factors related to air pressure and wind, mechanism of weather in the winter season, mechanism of weather in the summer season, rain bearing system and rainfall distribution, characteristics of monsoonal rainfall, variability of rainfall, climatic regions of India. Related figures 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 4.9, 4.13 and table 4.1
Natural Vegetation	Forest cover in India, data related to districts in Forest and Life box, details of Nilgiri, Nanda Devi, Sunderban and Gulf of Munnar biosphere reserves
Soils	Full Chapter
Natural Hazards and Disasters	Table 7.1 and 7.2, Structure of Tropical Cyclone
Practical Work in Geography—Part I
Introduction to Aerial Photographs	Full Chapter
Weather Instruments, Maps and Charts	Full Chapter

Rationalised Understanding Society NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

The new CBSE NCERT syllabus 2023-24 for class 11 Understanding  Society and the rationalised topics and chapters removed are: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Social Structure, Stratification and Social Processes in Society	Box item  Activity 1

Rationalised Psychology NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

The new CBSE NCERT syllabus 2023-24 for class 11 Psychology and the rationalised topics and chapters removed are: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
What is Psychology?	Themes of Research and Applications Psychologists at Work
Themes of Research and Applications Psychologists at Work	Full chapter
Sensory, Attentional and Perceptual Processes	Sense Modalities (Auditory and Visual Sensation
Learning	Concept Learning Transfer of Learning The Learner: Learning Styles Applications of Learning Principles
Human Memory	Knowledge Representation and Organisation in Memory Memory as a Constructive Process
Thinking	Reduction in Strategies for Creative Thinking
Motivation and Emotion	Reduction in Biological Motives Reduction in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs (Frustration and Conflict Reduction in Expression of Emotions

Rationalised Political Theory NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

As per the new CBSE NCERT syllabus pdf 2023-24 for class 11 Political Theory, the rationalised topics and chapters removed are: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Peace	Full chapter
Development	Full chapter

Rationalised Human Ecology and Family Sciences—Part I & Part II NCERT Deleted Syllabus Class 11

As per the new CBSE NCERT reduced syllabus 2023-24 for class 11 Human Ecology and Family Sciences—Part I & Part II, the rationalised topics and chapters removed are: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Media and Communication Technology	Satellite Communication Box (In the last…other resources)  SITE: A Revolutionary Socio-technological Experiment Box (Satellite Instructional Television… with rural orientation)
Effective Communication Skills	Full Chapter
Living and Working in a Global Society	Full Chapter
Relationships and Interactions with ‘Significant Others’ Family School: Peers and Educators Community and Society	Full Chapter
Work, Worker and Workplace	Full Chapter
Learning, Education and Extension	Full Chapter
Survival, Growth and Development	Full Chapter
Care and Education	Full Chapter
Health and Wellness	Full Chapter
Perspectives in Communication	Full Chapter
Individual Responsibilities and Rights	Full Chapter
Crossword Puzzle	Full Chapter

Changes in Class 12 NCERT Syllabus for Session 2023-24

The changes made in the NCERT syllabus for Class 12 for the academic year 2023-24 NCERT deleted syllabus class 12 subjects include: 

Rationalised Math NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The Maths NCERT books latest edition for the 2023-24 session will have the following chapters reduced/removed: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Relations and Functions	Composition of Functions and Invertible Function (upto ‘This leads to the following definition’) Full Pages Examples 24 and 25  Full Pages Ques. 12 and 13 Examples 45 and 49  Ques. 1–3, 6–7, 9, 11–14, 18–19 Summary Points 11–13 and 15–19
Inverse Trigonometric Functions	Properties of Inverse Trigonometric Functions (Except sin sin , , − ( ) = ∈[ ] − 1 x x x 1 1  ( ) 1 sin sin x x ,x , 2 2 −   π π = ∈−   )  Examples 4, 7 and 8;  Alternative Solution of Example 5 Ques. 3, 4, 6, 12, 14, 15  Examples 10, 11, 12, 13 Ques. 8, 12, 17 (Miscellaneous Exercise) Summary Points 8–13
Matrices	Elementary Operations (Transformation) of a Matrix 3.8.1 Inverse of Matrices by Elementary Operations (Retain Ques. 18 of Exercise 3.4)  List of Rationalised Content in Textbooks for Class XII Example 26 Ques. 1–3 and 12 (Miscellaneous Exercise)  Third Last Point of Summary
Determinants	Properties of Determinants Miscellaneous Examples 30–32 and 34 Ques. 2, 4–6, 11–15 and 17 (Miscellaneous Exercise) Summary Points 4–11
Continuity and Differentiability	Examples 22 and 23, Example 27 Mean Value Theorem Exercise 5.8 and Miscellaneous Example 44 (ii) Ques. 19 (Miscellaneous Exercise) and Summary points 5 (derivatives of cot–1x, sec–1x, cosec–1x), 7 and 8
Application of Derivatives	Tangents and Normals 6.5 Approximations E Examples 45, 46 Ques. 1, 4–5 and 20–24 (Miscellaneous Exercise) Points 4–10 in the Summary
Integrals	Points (xi)–(xiii) in the List of Derivatives Geometrical Interpretation of Indefinite Integral Comparison between Differentiation and Integration Type of Integral Definite Integral as the Limit of a Sum Ques. 19, 32, 40 and 44 Point 2 in the Summary(xiv) and (xv) in Some Standard Integrals
Application of Integrals	The Area of the Region Bounded by a Curve and a Line Ques. 3 and 6–11 in Exercise 8.1 Area between Two Curves Examples 11, 13 and 14 Ques. 2–3, 6–7, 8–15, 18–19 (Miscellaneous Exercise) Last Two Points of the Summary
Differential Equations	Formation of Differential Equations whose General Solution is Given Example 25 Ques. 3, 5 and 15 (Miscellaneous Exercise), Point Six of the Summary
Vector Algebra	Scalar Triple Product Coplanarity of Three Vectors
Three Dimensional Geometry	Relation between the Direction Cosines of a Line Equation of a Line Passing through Two Given Points, Ques. 8–9 (Exercise11.2) Plane Coplanarity of Two Lines Angle between Two Planes Distance of a Point from a Line Angle between a Line and a Plane Ques. 1, 2, 5, 7–8, 10–19,21–23 (Miscellaneous Exercise) Summary Points 13, 20–24 Full Pages
Linear Programming	Different Types of Linear Programming Problems  Summary Points 2–9
Probability	Random Variables and Its Probability Distributions Example 22 and 23 Probability Distribution of a Random Variable Mean of Random Variables Variance of a Random Variable Bernoulli Trials and Binomial Distribution Ques. 5–7, 9–11 (Miscellaneous Exercise) Last 3 Points of the Summary

Rationalised Biology NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The Biology NCERT academic book latest edition for the 2023-24 session will have the following chapters reduced/removed: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Reproduction in Organisms	Full chapter
Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production	Full chapter
Organisms and Populations	Organism and Its Environment Major Abiotic Factors Responses to Abiotic Factors Adaptations  Summary (para 2) Ques. 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 11, 12
Ecosystem	Ecological Succession Succession of Plants Nutrient Cycling Ecosystem – Carbon Cycle Ecosystem – Phosphorus Cycle Ecosystem Services
Environmental Issues	Full Chapter

Rationalised Chemistry NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The Chemistry Part I & II academic book latest edition features the NCERT reduced syllabus for class 12 2023-24 session will have the following chapters reduced/removed: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
The Solid State	Full Chapter
Surface Chemistry	Full Chapter
General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements	Full Chapter
The p-Block Elements	Full Chapter
Polymers	Full Chapter
Chemistry in Everyday Life	Full Chapter

Rationalised Physics NCERT reduced syllabus Class 12

The Physics Part I & II academic book latest edition features the reduced syllabus for class 12 2023-24 will have the following chapters reduced/removed. The NCERT course syllabus is as follows: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Electric Charges and Fields	Electric Charge (delete only activity with paper strips and making electroscope) Conductors and Insulators (delete only concept of earthing) Charging by Induction Exercises 1.13, 1.25–1.34
Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance	Energy Stored in a Capacitor (delete only derivation) Exercises 2.12 to 2.36
Current Electricity	Resistivity of Various Materials (delete Tables Carbon resistors, Colour code for carbon resistor) Combinations of Resistors – Series and Parallel Example 3.5 Meter Bridge Potentiometer Exercises 3.3, 3.4, 3.10,3.12, 3.14–3.23
Moving Charges and Magnetism	Table 4.1 Velocity Selector Cyclotron The Toroid The Magnetic Dipole Moment of a Revolving Electron Exercises 4.14–4.28
Magnetism and Matter	Bar Magnet as an Equivalent Solenoid (delete only mathematical treatment) The Dipole in a Uniform Magnetic Field (delete only mathematical treatment) Earth’s Magnetism Magnetic Declination and Dip Table 5.2 Paramagnetism (delete only Curie’s Law) Ferromagnetism (delete only Curie’s temperature; and Hysteresis) Permanent Magnets and Electromagnets Exercises 5.1, 5.2, 5.9–5.11, 5.13–5.25
Electromagnetic Induction	Energy Consideration: A Quantitative  Study 6.8 Eddy Currents  Exercises 6.6, 6.10–6.17
Alternating Current	Figure 7.7 Magnetisation and Demagnetisation of an Inductor Figure 7.10 Charging and Discharging of a Capacitor 7.6.2 Analytical Solution (of series LCR circuit)  Resonance (deleted only Sharpness of Resonance) LC Oscillations Exercises 7.6, 7.8, 7.10,7.12–7.26
Electromagnetic Waves	Example 8.1 8.3.2 Nature of Electromagnetic Waves(delete only about ether and page 277) Example 8.4 and 8.5 Exercises 8.11–8.15
Ray Optics and Optical Instruments	Refraction (delete only advanced sunrise and delayed sunset) Mirage Diamond Some Natural Phenomena due to Sunlight The Rainbow Scattering of Light Exercise 9.18
Wave Optics	Doppler Effect Example 10.1 Interference of Light Waves and Young’s Experiment (retain the final expressions for dark and bright fringes but delete the derivation; delete expression for fringe width) Diffraction (retain only qualitative treatment) Resolving Power of Optical Instruments Validity of Ray Optics Polarisation by Scattering Polarisation by Reflection Exercises 10.7–10.21
Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter	Table 11.1 Example 11.3 Wave Nature of Matter (delete only derivation for de Broglie wavelength of accelerated electron; and Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle) Davisson and Germer Experiment Appendix 11.1 The History of Wave-Particle Flip-Flop Exercises 11.5, 11.7, 11.12 to 11.14, 11.16, 11.17, 11.19–11.37
Nuclei	Law of Radioactive Decay Alpha Decay Beta Decay Gamma Decay Nuclear Reactor Exercises 13.1, 13.2,13.6–13.10,13.12–13.14,13.18, 13.22–13.31
Atoms	Spectral Series Bohr Model of the Hydrogen Atom (retain only the expression for radius of nth possible orbit but delete its derivation) The Line Spectra of the Hydrogen Atom (retain only qualitative treatment) Example 12.6 Exercises 12.3,12.11–12.17
Semiconductor Electronics: Material Devices and Simple Circuits	14.8 Special Purpose p-n junction Diodes Digital Electronics and Logic Gates Exercises 14.7–14.15

Rationalised Microeconomics & Macroeconomics NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The Economic’s Microeconomics and Macroeconomics academic book latest edition features the reduced syllabus for class 12 2023-24 will have the following chapters reduced/removed. The reduced NCERT course syllabus is as follows: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
NonCompetitive Markets	Full Chapter
Open Economy Macroeconomics	Full Chapter

Rationalised Business Studies I & II NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The NCERT course for the session 2023-24 for class 12 is updated as per the latest NEP 2020 format. Class 12 Business Studies NCERT new syllabus is as follows: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Business Environment	Impact of Government Policy Changes on Business and Industry, with Special Reference to Adoption of the Policies of Liberalisation, Privatisation and Globalisation
Directing	Qualities of a Good Leader
Controlling	Techniques of Controlling
Financial Market	Full Chapter

Rationalised Accountancy NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The Accountancy academic book latest edition features the reduced syllabus for class 12 2023-24 will have the following chapters reduced/removed. The reduced NCERT course syllabus is as follows: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Accounting for Not-for-Profit Organisation	Full Chapter
Database Management System for Accounting	Full Chapter

Rationalised Themes in Indian History—Part II NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The Themes in Indian History academic book latest edition features the reduced syllabus for class 12 2023-24 will have the following chapters reduced/removed. The reduced NCERT course syllabus is as follows: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Kings and Chronicles; the Mughal Courts (C. Sixteen-Seventeenth Centuries)	Full Chapter

Rationalised Fundamentals of Human Geography NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The Geography NCERT books class 12 will have the updated chapters and reduced syllabus. Here are the topics that are removed for the session 2023-24: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Human Geography Nature and Scope	Human Geography Through the Corridors of Time, Last Paragraph of Fields and Sub-Fields of Human Geography
The World Population Distribution, Density and Growth	Table 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, Activity on Migration News Collage, Trends in Population Growth, Doubling Time of World Population, Spatial Pattern of Population Change, Impact of Population Change, Fig.2.2
Population Composition	Full Chapter
Secondary Activities	Traditional Large Scale Industrial Regions, The Ruhr Coal Field, Iron and Steel Industry, Cotton Textile Industry
Tertiary and Quarternary Activities	Factors Affecting Tourism, Collage and Activity on Medical Tourism
International Trade	Important Aspects of International Trade, Regional Trade Blocs, Figures 9.1 and 9.3
Human Settlements	Full Chapter

Rationalised India: People and Economy NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

India: People and Economy NCERT books class 12 will have the updated chapters and reduced syllabus. Here are the topics that are removed for the session 2023-24: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Migration: Types, Causes and Consequences	Full Chapter
Human Development	Full Chapter
Human Settlements	Classification of Towns on the Basis of Population Size, Fig.4.5, Tables 4.2 and 4.3
Mineral and Energy Resources	Box information, Fig. 7.4
Manufacturing Industries	Full Chapter
Transport and Communication	Box Information and First Three Lines from page 121

Rationalised Practical Work in Geography—Part II NCERT reduced syllabus Class 12

The new NCERT geography books has a few chapters removed. The following are updated syllabus for class 12: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Data Processing	Measures of Dispersion, Rank Correlation along with All Related Figures
Use of Computer in Data Processing and Mapping	Full Chapter
Field Surveys	Full Chapter
Annexure	Full Annexure

Rationalised Contemporary World Politics NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The new NCERT history books on Contemporary World Politics have 2 chapters removed. The following are updated syllabus for class 12: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
The Cold War Era	Full Chapter
US Hegemony in World Politics	Full Chapter

Rationalised Social Change and Development in India NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The new NCERT Sociology books has a few chapters removed. The following are updated syllabus for class 12: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Structural Change	Activity 1.1 Box 1.1 Box 1.7; Exercise for Box 1.6 and 1.7 Last Paragraph (“A modern… as well?”) Box 1.9 Exercise for Box 1.10 Visual
Cultural Change	Last Four Lines of Second Paragraph (“Yet another… such a religion”) Second Paragraph (“We begin… secularisation”) Last Five Lines (“Therefore, to be… vision”) Last Four Lines From Fifth Paragraph “However… discriminated” Activities 2.6, and Above Paragraph (“We… to this”) Second Last Paragraph Starting From“A Rational … Arunachal Pradesh.” Box 2.7 Content Deleted from Fifth Line (“Such as rates of church attendance”) Box “Connecting to God” Exercise for Box 2.8 and Last four Lines of Conclusion “The next… getting redefined”
The Story of Indian Democracy (Renamed as ‘The Constitution and Social Change’)	Last Paragraph Under ‘Democratisation and Identity’. (“The reports… money matters”) Boxes 3.11, 3.12 and 3.13, Exercise for Boxes 3.11, 3.12 and 3.13 Paragraph UnderSection 3.3 (“You will recall…different groups.”) Content in the Second Paragraph under Section 3.3 (“The question… individuals.”) Last Point in Activity 3.1 Exercise for Boxes 3.14 and 3.16 Box 3.16 and the Sentence Above Last Paragraph, Few Lines “(Similarly… meant that … bonded labour Karnataka… in a village… dominant caste)”
Change and Development in Rural Society	Activity 4.3 is Partially Deleted (Second and third points) Last Three Lines of Second Paragraph (“However… structure”) Last Seven Lines of Fourth Paragraph(“While….. not in name”) Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Lines from Last Paragraph Slight Modification in the Content (“As a result… undeveloped”)
Change and Development in Industrial Society	First Five Lines (“Which……. be made”) Third Paragraph (“While the early… by the West”) Second Paragraph– Industrialisation in the Early Years of Indian Independence Box 5.1 First Line of Third Paragraph First Three Paragraphs under Section 5.3 (“If you open… work culture”) Boxes 5.2 and 5.3 81 Box 5.4 Last Paragraph Continued on Page 83 is Deleted. (“Another… survive”) Box 5.6 86 Visual—Different Brands of Bidi Box 5.3 87 Distribution Value of Bidi along with Content on the Left Box 5.7 Content under Section 5.7 (“Many workers… with them”) Content in First Paragraph (“According… demands”) 88–89 Box 5.8, Exercise for Box 5.8.  Second Last Reference, (Roy, Tirthankar. 2001…)
Globalisation and Social Change	Third and Fourth Paragraph and First Four Lines of the Fifth Paragraph First Six Lines of Second Paragraph (“Sociology… ever before”)  Last Six Lines of Third Paragraph under ‘The Economic Policy of Liberalisation’ (“You have… constitution”) Box 6.2, Exercise for Box 6.2 102 Three Visuals Activity 6.4 Last Point Line before (“The following… Shift”) Box 6.5 and 6.6, Exercise for Box 6.2 104 Box 6.7 and Exercise for Boxes 6.5, 6.6 and 6.7 110 Activity 6.8
Mass Media and Communications	Box 7.3 and Exercise for Box 7.3 123 Exercise for Box 7.8 Visual Full Page Visual  Box 7.12
Social Movements	First Three Lines of the Paragraph under Section 8.1, (“People… movement.”) Box 8.3 and Exercise for Box 8.3  Theories of Social Movements Activity 8.4, Box 8.4 and Exercises for Box 8.4 142 Activity 8.5 Entire Section under ‘Another way of classifying: Old and New.’  Visual Retained First Few Lines of Section ‘Distinguishing the new social…’ (“We have… and”) 145 Second Paragraph Starting with “Can we… line”  Exercise for Boxes 8.5 and 8.6 148 Activity 8.7 and Last two Paragraphs Exercises for Boxes 8.7 and 8.8 • Two Lines Below the Exercises for Boxes 8.7 and 8.8 Second Last Paragraph (“The formation… 250,000”) Last Paragraph and Last Three Lines from Second Last Paragraph (“During the… understand these”)  Poem on The Dalit Movement (“The sun of… Rise, O people”)   Activity 8.9 and Box 8.9 and Exercise for Box 8.10 and Few Lines (“Dalit literature… castes”) Entire Section under “The Upper Caste Response” continuing to next page. (“The increasing… Book 1”) • Box 8.12  Last Five Lines of Second Paragraph  Boxes 8.13 and 8.14 and Exercise for Box 8.14

Rationalised Indian Society NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The new NCERT history books on Indian Society has a few chapters removed. The following are updated syllabus for class 12: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Introducing Indian Society	Third Paragraph – First and Last Paragraph Full Page Content and Visuals – First, Third, Fourth and Fifth Paragraphs  All Visuals
The Demographic Structure of the Indian Society	Last Four Lines in the Third Paragraph (“In fact… cities”)  Last Paragraph, Last Three Lines (“On the other… previous page”)  Ninth to the Last Line of the Second Paragraph (“The total fertility… Visaria 2003”) In First Paragraph Last Line “Misused” Word is Added in Place of ‘used’.  Last Seven Lines in The Second Paragraph (“For example… regions”) The Last Paragraph, First Two Lines (“It is also… prosperous families…”)  Last Four Lines in the First Paragraph (“Enormous effort… in this chapter”)  Full Page Visual  Visual Deleted Reference ‘Visaria, Pravin and Visaria…’
Social Institutions: Continuity and Change	Second Paragraph (“Not surprisingly… social institutions”)  First Twelve Line in the Second Paragraph (“Other interventions … end of the colonial period”)  Last Eight Lines in Second Paragraph (“In other words… educational terms”)  Last Four Lines in Second Paragraph (“For example… food sharing” Last Paragraph, Last Nine Lines and First Four Lines. (“Although this… ‘lower’ caste”)  The terms ‘so called’ in the First Line of the Second Paragraph Third Paragraph (“The juxtaposition… in the present”)   In Section 3.2, Last Four Lines of First Paragraph (“and most… convenience.”)  Section “Mainstream Attitudes Towards Tribes”  Line Six till the Last Line of the Second Paragraph (“Thus citizen… are powerless”)  Last Paragraph of Page Continued in Page 57 is Deleted.  (The family… in society) 57 Box 3.2 58 Last Three Lines Above the Visual 59 Box 3.3
The Market as a Social Institution	Last Paragraph and Beginning of the Same on Page 63 (“Each person… let it be”)  Second Paragraph (“According to… social equality”) Exercise for Box 4.1 67 Second Paragraph (“The Nattukottai… Rudner 1994”) First Two Lines of Box 4.2 (“This is not… systems.”) Exercise for Box 4.2 72 Full Page Visual  Third Paragraph, Last Five lines (“Consumption… modern life”) Box 4.3 and, Exercise for Box 4.3
Patterns of Social Inequality and Exclusion	Some Lines from Fourth Paragraph (“A Dalit is likely… professional work”) Third and Fourth Paragraph (“It is important… wishes of the excluded”)  Last Paragraph, Ninth to Fifteenth Line (“At the same… abuse and humiliation”) 92 Full Page Visual Box 5.2  Box 5.3 Two Lines from Third Paragraph (“Should have made… Firstly”) Box 5.5  Full Page Visual  Sixth Line after Point 4 (“The rape…murders”) Paragraph (“Social Change… they emerge”)
The Challenges of Cultural Diversity	Last Two Paragraphs (“If you… future.”)  First Paragraph under Section 6.1 (“Before discussing… the nation state?”)  Activity 6.1 Last Paragraph (“It is a social… it was wrong”)   Box 6.1  Activity 6.2  Activity 6.3 124 Chart 1  Visual   Last Paragraph (“For example… next page”) Second Paragraph (“On the whole… current trends”)  Last Eight Lines in Second Paragraph (“In democratic… identity”)  Activity 6.5 Sixth to Thirteenth Line in Second Paragraph  Second Line towards the End of the Paragraph in Third Paragraph  Second Paragraph First Six Lines under section ‘Secularism’ (“As we have… In fact”)  Second Paragraph (“One kind of… hard to settle.”)  Fourth and Fifth Paragraph (“These kinds… should count.”)  Content Starting from (“Thus,… dalit movements.”)

Rationalised Politics in India Since Independence NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The new NCERT Political Science books on India Since Independence has a few chapters removed. The following are updated syllabus for class 12: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Era of One-party Dominance	Full Page
Politics of Planned Development	Full Page
The Crisis of Democratic Order	Full Page
Rise of Popular Movements	Full Chapter
Recent Developments in Indian Politics	“Gujarat Riots”

Rationalised Psychology NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The new NCERT Psychology book has a few topics removed. The following are updated syllabus for class 12: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Therapeutic Approaches	Psychodynamic Therapy Biomedical Therapy
Attitude and Social Cognition	Social Cognition Schemas and Stereotypes Impression Formation and Explaining Behaviour of Others through Attributions Behaviour in the Presence of Others Pro-social Behaviour
Social Influence and Group Processes	Conformity, Obedience and Compliance Cooperation and Competition Social Identity Inter-group Conflicts  Conflict Resolution Strategies
Pyschology and Life	Full Chapter
Developing Psychological Skills	Full Chapter

Rationalised Themes in Indian History—Part III NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The new NCERT Themes in Indian History—Part III book has a few topics removed. The following are updated syllabus for class 12: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Colonial Cities; Urbanisation, Planning, and Architecture	Full Chapter
Understanding Partition; (Politics, Memories, Experiences)	Full Chapter

Rationalised Human Ecology and Family Sciences—Part I & II NCERT Reduced Syllabus Class 12

The new NCERT Human Ecology and Family Sciences—Part I & II book has a few topics removed. The following are updated syllabus for class 12: 

Chapter/book	Chapter/topic dropped
Work, Livelihood and Career	Full Pages
Catering and Food Service Management	Full Pages
Guidance and Counselling	Full Pages
Special Education and Support Services	Full Pages
Production and Quality Control in the Garment Industry	Full Pages
Textile Conservation in Museums	Full Pages
Human Resource Managemen	Full Pages
Ergonomics and Designing of Interior and Exterior Spaces	Full Pages
Event Management	Full Pages
Advocacy	Full Pages
Management of Development Programmes	Full Pages
Media Management, Design and Production	Full Pages

Rationale Behind the NCERT Syllabus Changes

Here are the following reasons behind the changes made in the NCERT syllabus for the academic year 2023-24: 

Integration of Skill-based Learning

Recognizing the importance of skill development, the revised NCERT syllabus places a strong emphasis on integrating skill-based learning across all subjects. The new NCERT curriculum seeks to go beyond rote memorization and encourage students to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, communication, and collaboration skills. 

By focusing on practical applications of knowledge, the revised NCERT syllabus aims to equip students appearing for the 2024 exam with the abilities needed to thrive in an increasingly complex and competitive world.

Interdisciplinary Approach

To encourage a holistic understanding of various subjects, the updated syllabus for class 9, 10, 11 & 12 promotes an interdisciplinary approach. It encourages teachers to incorporate connections between different subjects, fostering a deeper understanding of the interrelatedness of knowledge. 

For example, students studying history may explore the scientific advancements of the corresponding era, or those studying literature can analyze the sociocultural context in which a particular piece of writing was produced. 

The new NCERT history books will follow an interdisciplinary approach that will enhance critical thinking and help students make meaningful connections between different areas of study.

Inclusion of Contemporary Issues

The revised syllabus aims to make education more relevant and engaging by incorporating contemporary issues and current affairs into the curriculum. By introducing students to real-world challenges such as climate change, gender equality, global health, and technological advancements, the syllabus seeks to develop their awareness and understanding of the world around them. 

The NCERT reduce syllabus approach encourages students to become active participants in addressing societal issues and fosters a sense of responsibility towards the global community.

Impact of NCERT Syllabus Changes on Students

There are many possible impacts of NCERT syllabus changes on the students and their learning process. The new academic syllabus will improve the quality of education. The NCERT syllabus changes for the academic session 2023-24 aim to enhance the overall learning experience of students by incorporating innovative teaching methods, updated content, and a greater focus on practical applications. 

Digital Literacy and Technology Integration

In today’s digital age, proficiency in technology is crucial for success in almost every field. The revised syllabus acknowledges this reality and places a greater emphasis on digital literacy and technology integration across subjects. Students will be exposed to essential NCERT subjects to improve their digital skills such as coding, data analysis, and online research. 

The integration of technology in education not only enhances students’ technical abilities but also prepares them for a technology-driven future.

Focus on Health and Well-being

Recognizing the importance of holistic development, the updated syllabus includes a dedicated focus on health and well-being. It aims to create awareness among students about mental health, physical fitness, nutrition, and hygiene. 

The new NCERT syllabus will incorporate topics to equip students with strategies for maintaining a healthy and balanced lifestyle. This emphasis on well-being is crucial in nurturing the overall growth and happiness of students.

New Way of Learning 

The implementation of the NCERT syllabus changes brings several benefits:  

• Firstly, it aligns the curriculum with current educational trends,  National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, making it more relevant and engaging for students. 

• Secondly, it promotes a holistic approach to learning, emphasizing the development of both cognitive and non-cognitive skills. 

• Lastly, it creates a standardized framework that promotes educational equity across different regions of the country.

Implementation of NCERT Syllabus Changes

The implementation of the NCERT syllabus changes has significant implications for students, teachers, and educational institutions. Students will benefit from a more engaging and practical learning experience, which will foster their overall growth and development. 

Teachers, on the other hand, may face initial challenges in adapting to the new curriculum and teaching methods, but with proper training and support, they can effectively implement the changes.

Educational institutions need to ensure they have the necessary infrastructure and resources to support the implementation of the revised syllabus. 

Additionally, evaluation and assessment methods should be modified to align with the new learning objectives and outcomes.

11 Tips for Students to Adapt to the NCERT Syllabus Changes

To adapt effectively, it is crucial to understand the purpose behind the NCERT syllabus changes for 2023-24 exam. Recognize that these changes are designed to enhance your learning experience, develop critical skills, and prepare you for future challenges. 

Embracing the vision and objectives of the revised syllabus will help you approach your studies with a positive mindset.

Here are a few suggestions and advice for the students from experts at Oswal Publishers to adapt to the changes made in the NCERT syllabus for the academic year 2023-24: 

1. Embrace a Growth Mindset

Developing a growth mindset is vital for adapting to the new NCERT syllabus. Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and see setbacks as temporary hurdles. Believe in your ability to learn and improve, and approach each task with a willingness to put in the effort required.

2. Familiarize Yourself with the Revised Curriculum

Take the time to familiarize yourself with the revised curriculum. Read through the updated textbooks, syllabus guidelines, and supplementary materials provided. Understand the new topics, learning objectives, and assessment criteria. This will help you align your learning efforts with the expectations of the revised syllabus.

3. Develop Effective Study Habits

Developing effective study habits is essential for success. Set aside dedicated study time, create a conducive learning environment, and minimize distractions. Break down your study sessions into manageable chunks and use active learning techniques such as summarizing information, teaching concepts to others, or engaging in discussions.

4. Engage in Active Learning

Passive learning can be less effective than active learning. Engage actively with the learning materials by taking notes, asking questions, and seeking clarification. Participate in class discussions, group activities, and practical experiments whenever possible. Applying what you learn actively helps solidify your understanding of the concepts.

5. Seek Support from Teachers and Peers

Don’t hesitate to seek support from your teachers and peers. If you have doubts or questions, reach out for clarification. Collaborate with classmates, form study groups, and engage in peer-to-peer learning. Sharing ideas and discussing concepts with others can deepen your understanding and provide different perspectives.

6. Utilize Available Resources

Make use of the resources available to you. Besides textbooks, explore online resources, educational websites, videos, and interactive learning platforms related to the revised syllabus. Take advantage of libraries, digital libraries, and reference materials. The more diverse your resources, the better you can grasp the subject matter.

7. Emphasize Practical Applications

The revised syllabus places a greater emphasis on practical applications. Look for opportunities to apply what you learn in real-life situations. Connect theoretical concepts to practical examples and scenarios. Engage in hands-on activities, experiments, and projects to develop a deeper understanding of the subject matter.

8. Stay Organized and Manage Time Effectively

Staying organized and managing your time effectively is crucial. Create a study schedule, set goals, and prioritize tasks. Break down larger assignments into smaller, manageable tasks. Use calendars, planners, or digital tools to track deadlines and manage your time efficiently.

9. Take Advantage of Assessment Opportunities

Assessments are integral to the learning process. Prepare for assessments by reviewing your notes, practicing sample questions, and seeking feedback from teachers. Treat assessments as opportunities to showcase your understanding and identify areas for improvement. Use feedback constructively to enhance your learning.

10. Embrace Collaborative Learning

Collaborative learning can enhance your understanding and perspective. Engage in group activities, discussions, and projects that encourage collaboration with your classmates. Learn from their insights and experiences while contributing your own. Collaborative learning fosters teamwork, communication skills, and a deeper understanding of the subject matter.

11. Cultivate Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills

The revised NCERT syllabus aims to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Cultivate these skills by analyzing information, evaluating different perspectives, and applying logical reasoning. Engage in activities that require problem-solving, such as puzzles, case studies, or real-life scenarios.

Conclusion

The changes introduced in the NCERT syllabus for CBSE Session 2023-24 mark a significant step towards transforming the Indian education system. By prioritizing skill-based learning, interdisciplinary approaches, contemporary issues, digital literacy, and well-being, the revised syllabus seeks to prepare students for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. 

These changes aim to foster critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability among students, enabling them to become active contributors to society. 

It is hoped that these NCERT syllabus changes will create a more dynamic and relevant educational experience, empowering students to navigate an increasingly complex world with confidence and competence.

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