The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released a new social science textbook for Class 9. Issued for the 2026-27 academic session, the book is titled *Understanding Society: India and Beyond*.

This new NCERT book provides a detailed explanation of SIR (Special Intensive Revision), outlining its importance and the reasons behind the process. Furthermore, the book notes that the Election Commission functions impartially within the country.

**New Chapter on SIR**
A new chapter dedicated to Special Intensive Revision (SIR) has been included in this new NCERT book. It explains that the primary objectives of SIR are to update the electoral roll, verify voters, and rectify errors in the voter list. Additionally, the chapter helps students understand how scrutinizing the electoral roll can strengthen the electoral process.

**Separate Chapter on Coalition Politics**
A distinct activity section has been created to help Class 9 students understand coalition politics. Through this activity, students are asked to identify the coalitions that formed the government following the elections of 1977, 1999, 2004, 2009, 2014, 2019, and 2024.

**Information on EVMs**
This new Class 9 textbook also provides comprehensive information about EVMs (Electronic Voting Machines) and VVPATs (Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail). Moreover, students will learn about the various stages of the electoral process and the functioning of democratic institutions.

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