This study is based on qualitative research methods and data are generated by using focus group discussion, interview and in-depth analysis of social studies textbook. It focuses mainly on exploring social studies textbook of lower secondary schools of Nepal from critical thinking perspectives. The book discusses essential components of textbook, qualities of textbook and its role in student learning, principles of critical thinking for textbook analysis. Critical thinking approach is being widely used in the different corners of the globe but in Nepal both teachers and students are not...