Replication Data for: َََRejected Books and Courses under Taliban Regulations

Description: This dataset contains two primary source documents related to the censorship and rejection of educational materials under Taliban regulations. The first document includes a list of 679 banned books, while the second document presents a list of rejected academic subjects and courses. These materials have been collected and analyzed for the purpose of a forthcoming book chapter on academic freedom and restrictions in Afghanistan. The dataset serves as both evidence and research material, highlighting the scope of censorship in higher education and its implications for knowledge production and academic resistance. Researchers may use this dataset for qualitative and quantitative analysis, as well as for reference in studies related to censorship, education policy, human rights, and academic freedom. Files included: List of Rejected Books (Taliban, 2025) List of Rejected Subjects and Courses (Taliban, 2025) Keywords: Afghanistan, censorship, banned books, rejected subjects, Taliban, academic freedom, education policy, higher education