Episode
Correcting Distorted Indian History with Neeraj Atri Part One | Changemakers | Hindu | History
- Podcast
- The Change Makers
- Published
- Jul 11, 2025
- Duration seconds
- 3604
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- https://rss.com/podcasts/prachyam/2110323
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Summary
In this podcast, Neeraj Atri, Chairman and National Head for Historical Research and Comparative Studies, joins Capt. Praveen Chaturvedi, CEO of Prachyam, will discuss his journey of challenging the distorted history presented in NCERT textbooks and taught under the CBSE curriculum. Neeraj Atri has been a leading voice in the campaign to correct what he views as "rigged" historical narratives, and this conversation delves into the motivations behind his work. Neeraj ji shares how he became involved in this field, discussing his exposure to different ideologies and his study of census data comparing various religions. He also explores the controversial "Aryan race" theory, debunking misconceptions and explaining the research that led him to his conclusions. A significant portion of the discussion is dedicated to how the Indian education system, according to Neeraj, has distorted historical facts, which he believes has negatively impacted the Indian psyche. The podcast also critiques historians like Romila Thapar, who Neeraj argues have damaged Indian society through what he describes as distorted history and false narratives. He highlights the influence of leftist and Islamist perspectives in shaping these narratives, claiming that they have purposefully tarnished the image of Hindus through textbooks and written content. These and many other topics are explored in this insightful podcast. Support Prachyam and the Hindu narrative to engage more deeply with these discussions.