Lesson Plan Class 8 Social Science (History) Chapter 6 Civilising the “Native”, Educating the Nation

This lesson plan focuses on Chapter 6 of Class 8 Social Science (History), titled “Civilising the ‘Native’, Educating the Nation”. It explores how colonial powers used education as a tool to influence and control native populations during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Students will examine the motives behind the establishment of educational systems by European powers in their colonies, the impact of Western education on indigenous cultures and societies, and the responses of native populations to these educational initiatives. Through primary sources, discussions, and activities, learners will gain insights into the complexities of colonial education policies, the role of missionaries and local elites, and the long-term consequences for national identities and movements. The lesson encourages critical thinking about power dynamics, cultural assimilation, and resistance in the context of colonial history.