New NCERT book says Indian kings received swords from goddesses to resist religion-driven invasions

A new class nine social science textbook by NCERT titled ‘Understanding Society: India and Beyond-Part 2’ delves into India’s historical experience with warfare. It emphasizes the cultural worship of deities like Kali and Durga for protection during conflicts, documents invasions from the seventh century, and highlights the valor of Indian rulers against foreign aggressors. This resource aims to enhance analytical thinking and foster intercultural dialogue among secondary students.