CBSE’s three-language rule for Classes IX, X sparks concern
The CBSE's decision to implement a three-language rule for Classes IX and X has raised concerns among school administrators and parents. Many schools were already struggling with the phased introduction of this policy starting from Class VI, and the sudden change has left them feeling unprepared. The lack of clarity regarding the implementation and the impact on students currently studying foreign languages has added to the anxiety surrounding this decision.
- ▪The CBSE made the three-language rule compulsory for Classes IX and X unexpectedly.
- ▪Many schools were already adapting to the rule starting from Class VI, and the sudden change has caused disruption.
- ▪Students currently studying foreign languages may have to switch to Indian languages, creating confusion and anxiety among parents and educators.
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Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) schools that were already worried about how to implement the three-language rule in Class VI with least disruption to students are unhappy with the board’s sudden decision to make it compulsory for Classes IX and X.School Principals and administrators said they had hoped that with the introduction of the three-language policy in a phased manner beginning with Class VI as per the initial plan mooted in April, students would gradually adapt to the higher academic load by the time they were in secondary classes.
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