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After NHRC rap, UP orders action on costly private books in schools
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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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