Red Fort Misidentified as Shahi Qila in Punjab Textbook

A factual error has come to light in the Punjab Curriculum, Training, and Assessment Authority’s PECTA First Year Chemistry textbook, where a photo of Delhi’s Red Fort has been inaccurately labeled as Lahore Fort Shahi Qila. The students can check the latest updates of Red Fort Misidentified as Shahi Qila in Punjab School Textbook.

Mistaken Image in Chemistry Book Prompts Investigation by Education Authorities

The misidentified image appears in a section discussing environmental pollution and its effects on historical landmarks. Instead of showcasing the actual Lahore Fort, the book mistakenly features a picture of India’s Red Fort.

This oversight in a textbook distributed to government schools across Punjab has drawn criticism from historians and academic professionals, who argue it reflects a concerning lack of historical precision and editorial oversight.

In response, Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat has ordered an investigation into the incident. He has assured that the responsible parties will be identified and appropriate action will follow to prevent such lapses in the future.