After NHRC rap, UP orders action on costly private books in schools
Uttar Pradesh schools are now prohibited from forcing parents to buy books from private publishers or specific vendors, following a directive from the state government. This action stems from a National Human Rights Commission inquiry into allegations of a 'book mafia' exploiting parents.
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