Yes, NCERT textbooks (particularly for vocational courses) have chapters on stones, bricks, cement, timber. Legally free from ncert.nic.in.
: This textbook (now in its 34th edition, 2022 ) focuses on the techniques and processes of assembling a building. It covers 32 chapters including site investigation, foundations, masonry, and roofing. and Lintels. Stones
The book’s enduring popularity stems from its: and Timber. Finishing Works Floors
Foundations (Deep & Pile), Stone/Brick Masonry, Arches, and Lintels. Stones, Cement, Concrete, Ferrous Metals, and Timber. Finishing Works Floors, Flooring, Stairs, Doors, Windows, and Plastering. Specialized Techniques Damp-proofing, Water-proofing, and Shoring. Importance for Competitive Exams and Plastering. Specialized Techniques Damp-proofing