The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has officially released a new instructional module centered on Artificial Intelligence (AI) tailored for students in classes 9 through 12. This initiative aims to integrate modern technological literacy into the secondary and higher secondary school curriculum in India.

A primary focus of the new module is the study of deepfakes—a technology that uses AI to create realistic but fabricated audio and visual content. By including this topic, the curriculum seeks to educate students on how these tools function and the potential risks they pose in digital environments. Beyond the technical aspects of AI, the module places a significant emphasis on ethical usage, encouraging students to consider the moral implications of AI-generated content and the importance of digital responsibility.

While the announcement confirms the release of the module, it remains limited in scope regarding the specific implementation timeline or whether this will be a mandatory or elective component of the national curriculum. The move reflects a broader trend of educational bodies attempting to keep pace with rapid advancements in generative AI, ensuring that students are equipped to navigate a landscape where distinguishing between authentic and synthetic media is increasingly challenging.