Motu Patlu Comics on Tax Awareness Launched by CBSE–Income Tax For Students

Nov 2, 2025

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in collaboration with the Income Tax Department of India has launched a delightful comic book series featuring India’s favorite cartoon duo — Motu and Patlu. Motu Patlu Comics on Tax Awareness
This initiative aims to make tax awareness and financial literacy fun, simple, and relatable for school students under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav campaign.

About the CBSE Circular

The CBSE Circular dated 28 October 2025 announces a special educational initiative by the Directorate of Income Tax (Public Relations, Publication & Publicity).
Eight engaging comic books featuring Motu and Patlu have been published to spread tax literacy among young learners and highlight how taxes contribute to the nation’s progress.

📘 Official Source: https://incometaxindia.gov.in/Pages/comic-books.aspx

Key Details from the Circular

Feature	Details
Issued By	CBSE (Secretary: Himanshu Gupta)
Date	28 October 2025
Initiative Partner	Directorate of Income Tax, Ministry of Finance
Series Title	Income Tax Comic Book Series
Characters	Motu and Patlu
Number of Comics	8
Languages Available	Multiple Indian Languages
Theme	Tax Awareness and Financial Responsibility
Access Link	incometaxindia.gov.in/Pages/comic-books.aspx

Purpose Behind the Initiative

The main goal of this initiative is to teach students about the importance of paying taxes and how it supports India’s development.
By using storytelling through well-loved cartoon characters, students can easily understand:

What taxes are and how they work
Why tax compliance matters
How honest taxpayers contribute to society

Motu and Patlu Turn Tax Teachers

Children adore Motu and Patlu, and now, they’ve become creative teachers!
Through laughter and relatable adventures, the series explains:

How taxes help build public facilities
Why responsible citizens pay taxes honestly
What happens when people evade taxes

“Learning about money and honesty shouldn’t be boring — and Motu Patlu make sure it never is!”

Why CBSE Schools Should Promote the Comics

CBSE has encouraged all affiliated schools to share and promote the comic series among:

Students
Teachers
Parents
School communities

Schools are also advised to integrate tax literacy activities into morning assemblies, classroom discussions, and awareness campaigns.

Motu Patlu Comics on Tax Awareness. CBSE

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Benefits for Students

1. Financial Awareness at an Early Age

Students learn how the economy works and how citizens contribute through taxes.

2. Real-Life Learning

The stories connect directly to daily life — shopping, earning, spending, and giving back to the country.

3. Civic Sense and Responsibility

Understanding the link between personal contribution and national progress.

4. Engaging and Fun

Comics turn complex financial concepts into colorful, memorable lessons.

How to Access the Motu Patlu Tax Comics

Students, parents, and teachers can download the complete comic book series for free from the official Income Tax Department website:
👉 https://incometaxindia.gov.in/Pages/comic-books.aspx

The comics are available in multiple Indian languages, ensuring inclusivity for students across regions.

Ideas for Classroom Integration

Teachers can make these comics a part of interactive learning by:

Conducting “Tax Awareness Weeks”
Hosting poster or quiz competitions on the theme “Our Taxes, Our Nation”
Encouraging students to create their own mini-comics about civic responsibility
Including comic reading sessions in life skills classes

CBSE’s Broader Vision

This initiative aligns with CBSE’s vision of holistic education — nurturing not just academic knowledge but also ethical values, civic responsibility, and real-world understanding.
By combining entertainment with education, CBSE and the Income Tax Department are helping students become responsible future citizens.

Conclusion

The CBSE–Income Tax Comic Book Series featuring Motu and Patlu is more than just entertainment — it’s a smart educational tool to build financial literacy and civic awareness among school children.
Through laughter, stories, and colorful illustrations, students learn how their small contributions as citizens make a big difference to India’s growth.

🔗 This article is part of our CBSE 2025 Education Series, designed to help students, teachers, and parents understand the major reforms introduced by CBSE and NEP 2020. Explore related guides for deeper insights.