New Delhi, October 2025: In a unique initiative aimed at fostering financial literacy and tax awareness among school students, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has partnered with the Income Tax Department of India to launch a special “Motu Patlu” comic series.
The popular cartoon characters — Motu and Patlu — will now take on a new role as financial educators, helping children understand the importance of taxes, civic responsibility, and the role of citizens in nation-building.
Objective: Making Tax Education Fun and Relatable
According to CBSE, the comic series is part of a broader mission to promote practical education and real-world awareness among students from an early age. The board believes that by integrating fun and relatable storytelling, complex concepts like income tax, savings, and national development can be simplified for younger minds.
A CBSE spokesperson stated:
“We want to create awareness among children about how taxes contribute to the country’s growth. Using familiar and humorous characters like Motu and Patlu helps make learning enjoyable and easy to understand.”
About the Comic Series
The “Motu Patlu Income Tax Comic Series” will feature:
- Engaging stories that highlight how taxes help fund essential public services such as schools, hospitals, and roads.
- Colorful illustrations to keep young readers interested.
- Moral messages encouraging honesty, responsibility, and civic duty.
- Interactive sections that include quizzes and real-life examples related to money and taxation.
The comic will be distributed across CBSE-affiliated schools and made available in digital format for easy access. Schools are also encouraged to use these comics in Classroom Activities and Awareness Drives as part of Financial Literacy Week.
Aligning with NEP 2020 Goals
This initiative aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasizes holistic and experiential learning. By introducing financial concepts through relatable stories, CBSE aims to help students become financially informed citizens.
The policy encourages education systems to go beyond traditional academics, focusing on skills such as economic understanding, civic sense, and ethical responsibility — all of which this comic series promotes.
You can find the PDF at the following link:
[Link to download the PDF] Enjoy!
You can also check out the Income Tax website for more interesting information.
Collaboration with the Income Tax Department
The partnership with the Income Tax Department aims to bridge the knowledge gap about taxation in India’s younger generation. The department believes that cultivating awareness at a young age will build a culture of voluntary compliance and fiscal responsibility in the future.
An official from the department noted:
“When children understand how taxes benefit everyone, they grow up valuing transparency and contribution to the nation’s progress.”
Availability and Launch Details
- Launch Date: October 2025
- Available Formats: Printed and digital (PDF) versions
- Access: Through CBSE’s official website and participating schools
- Languages: Initially in English and Hindi, with regional translations planned
The CBSE is also expected to release interactive videos and worksheets based on the comic series for classroom activities and online learning platforms.
Why This Matters for Students
This initiative is more than just a fun read — it’s a step toward creating financially aware and responsible citizens. By blending entertainment and education, CBSE hopes to make children realize that paying taxes is not just a legal duty, but a shared responsibility that fuels the nation’s growth.
In Summary
The Motu Patlu Income Tax Comic Series is a refreshing and innovative educational step by CBSE, combining fun with financial wisdom. Through humor and storytelling, students will now learn that being a responsible citizen starts with understanding how our country works — one tax at a time.
