Jammu, March 23, 2026 — The Department of Political Science at the University of Jammu is undertaking a significant review of its postgraduate curriculum in line with the National Education Policy 2020, with proposed revisions sparking discussion among academic and student communities.
At a recent meeting of the Departmental Affairs Committee (DAC), members deliberated on updates to the M.A. Political Science syllabus under the ongoing NEP 2020 curriculum revision process. The committee unanimously recommended the removal of topics related to Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Syed Ahmad Khan, and Muhammad Iqbal from select courses, specifically P1PSTC 102 and P2PSTC 302.
The recommendation, part of a broader effort to update the University of Jammu Political Science syllabus, will be reviewed by the Board of Studies (BOS) during an online meeting scheduled for March 24, 2026. If approved, the changes will be formally incorporated into the postgraduate curriculum.
According to sources within the department, the move aligns with ongoing academic reforms aimed at ensuring that course content reflects evolving national priorities, pedagogical frameworks, and historical perspectives. The NEP 2020 curriculum revision encourages institutions to revisit syllabi to make them more relevant, balanced, and rooted in contemporary academic and national contexts.
The proposal regarding the removal of Muhammad Ali Jinnah topics from syllabus sections has drawn attention beyond academic circles, with student organizations weighing in on the development.
The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), Jammu Kashmir State unit, has welcomed the DAC’s recommendation, describing it as a step toward strengthening national consciousness in higher education.
State Secretary Sannak Shrivats stated, “This is an important move toward ensuring a balanced and nation-centric education system. The voices of students have been heard, and we will continue to work closely with academic bodies to ensure that this recommendation is approved and effectively implemented.”
The ABVP emphasized that curriculum reforms should reflect both academic rigor and national perspectives, adding that such decisions contribute to shaping informed and responsible citizens.
As the Board of Studies prepares to deliberate on the proposal, the outcome of the March 24 meeting is expected to play a key role in defining the future direction of the Political Science syllabus at the University of Jammu.
The development underscores the broader shift underway in Indian higher education, where institutions are actively aligning their curricula with NEP 2020 guidelines while navigating diverse viewpoints on history, politics, and national identity.
