CBSE Class 9 Book Has Chapters On Dating & Relationships, Explains ‘Ghosting’ & ‘Catfishing’

Back when we were in school, relationships, dating, developing crushes, physical intimacy, and romance were hush-hush topics that were brushed under the carpet. Teachers would shut us up and completely disregard our questions whenever such topics were brought up. The same was the case in many families that discouraged proper conversations regarding dating and relationships between teenagers.

However, now a class 9 value education textbook of India has captured the attention of the internet, thanks to a viral post by a user named Khushi. The textbook, with a chapter dedicated to the intricacies of ‘Dating and Relationships (Understanding yourself and the other person),’ features lessons that are far from the traditional academic subjects. What has particularly piqued people’s interest are the sections defining modern dating phenomena such as ghosting, catfishing, and cyberbullying.

The inclusion of these topics in a school syllabus has sparked amusement and intrigue among social media users. Many reminisced about their own school days, which were dominated by the conventional trio of maths, physics, and chemistry, noting the stark contrast with today’s more varied curriculum. The exact educational board responsible for this innovative content remains unknown, but the discussion it has generated is undeniable.