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India's 3-language policy in a tug-of-war: Balancing national unity and state rights – Times of India
A contentious debate that has simmered for decades in Indian education is boiling over once again. Multiple states are reassessing their alignment with the Centre’s three-language policy outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. While some states continue to adhere to a two-language model, others have paused or scaled back implementation of the Centre’s recommendations, highlighting the persistent tension between national education guidelines and regional linguistic priorities.At the heart of this debate is the three-language formula, a framework originally introduced in 1968 to promote multilingualism, national cohesion, and equitable access to language learning. Though reaffirmed in successive education policies, ... Read more