Exploring Society: India and Beyond – Grade 7 (Part 1)
1. Publication & Curriculum Alignment
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Published by NCERT for the 2025–26 academic year, this is the first part of the Grade 7 Social Science textbook, embodying the updated curriculum framework.
- It aligns with NEP 2020 and the NCF‑SE 2023, integrating a holistic, inquiry-driven, student-centered pedagogy.
2. Structure & Themes
The textbook is designed around five interdisciplinary themes, blending geography, history, civics, and economics with cultural understanding.
Theme A: India and the World – Land and the People
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Geographical Diversity of India
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Understanding the Weather
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Climate of India
Theme B: Tapestry of the Past
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New Beginnings: Cities and States
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The Rise of Empires
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The Age of Reorganisation
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The Gupta Era: An Age of Tireless Creativity
Theme C: Our Cultural Heritage and Knowledge Traditions
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How the Land Becomes Sacred
Theme D: Governance and Democracy
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From the Rulers to the Ruled: Types of Government
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The Constitution of India – An Introduction
Theme E: Economic Life Around Us
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From Barter to Money
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Understanding Markets
The book has 12 chapters in total, each developed to reinforce connections between themes and real-life understanding.
In Summary
The NCERT Exploring Society: India and Beyond (Part I) for Grade 7 is a well-crafted social science textbook that moves beyond rote learning. Through its interdisciplinary themes, real-world examples, and engaging visuals and activities, it nurtures critical thinking, cultural insight, and informed citizenship.

