Latest News

The History Department organised an engaging and thought-provoking inter-grade event titled “Eye to Eye” for students of Grades 9 to 12. The event was conceptualised as a platform for students to engage with history not merely as a subject of the past, but as a means of understanding contemporary society, questioning established ideas and developing informed perspectives.

The event was moderated by the History teachers, who initiated the programme by welcoming the students and introducing the broad theme of the event. As the programme was organised around 15 August, the teachers also spoke about the significance of Independence Day, reflecting on India's journey from colonial rule to independence and the importance of remembering the struggles, ideas and sacrifices that shaped the nation. The introduction set the context for the discussions that followed and encouraged students to connect historical events and ideas with the realities of present-day India.

Following the introductory segment, the students took centre stage and presented their arguments, perspectives and questions on topics specifically designed for their respective grade groups.

Grades 9 and 10: “Ancient India was Modern India: A Dialogue Across Time”

Students of Grades 9 and 10 explored the theme “Ancient India was Modern India: A Dialogue Across Time.” The discussion encouraged students to draw connections between ancient Indian society and contemporary India. Rather than viewing ancient India as a distant and disconnected period, students examined how certain ideas, practices, knowledge systems, social institutions and cultural traditions from the past can be understood in relation to present-day India.

The format allowed students to engage in a dialogue across time, questioning whether aspects of ancient Indian life can truly be considered “modern” in their relevance and application today. Students presented different viewpoints, supported their arguments with historical examples and responded to questions raised during the discussion. The activity encouraged them to distinguish between historical continuity and change while appreciating the complexity of interpreting the past through a modern lens.

Grades 11 and 12: “Protest for a Cause or Politics Disguised? Test of Merit or Test of Survival?”

Students of Grades 11 and 12 engaged with a contemporary and highly relevant issue through the theme “Protest for a Cause or Politics Disguised? Test of Merit or Test of Survival?” The discussion focused on the recent protests surrounding the NEET paper-leak controversy and provided students with an opportunity to examine the issue from multiple perspectives.

Students questioned the nature and purpose of protests, asking whether such demonstrations should be understood primarily as expressions of genuine public concern or whether political interests can become intertwined with legitimate grievances. The discussion also explored the broader question of merit and fairness in competitive examinations. Students reflected on whether examinations such as NEET represent a genuine test of merit when students face unequal circumstances, intense competition and uncertainty surrounding the examination process. 

The “Eye to Eye” event successfully transformed the study of history into a dynamic platform for dialogue and reflection. Beginning with a discussion on the significance of 15 August and India's journey to independence, the event moved from the historical past to contemporary India, demonstrating the relevance of history in understanding the world around us.