M K Stalin-led DMK has slammed the Centre for “imposition of Hindi" through the three-language formula of the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020.
Controversy erupted after the Stalin-led Tamil Nadu government claimed that the Centre had withheld funds related to the Samagra Shiksha scheme due to the state’s refusal to implement the NEP.
While the Centre maintains that the NEP is aimed at ensuring employment for youth across regions, Tamil Nadu has long viewed it as an attempt to “impose” Hindi on the state.
What is three language formula:
The three-language formula was first proposed by the Kothari Commission (1964-66). It was formally adopted in the National Policy on Education (NPE) 1968 under then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The policy was reaffirmed in NPE 1986 under PM Rajiv Gandhi and revised in 1992 by Narasimha Rao’s Congress government to promote linguistic diversity and national unity.
It recommended that students learn:
-Their mother tongue or regional language.
-The official language of the Union.
-A modern Indian or European language, apart from the first two.
According to NPE 1968, Hindi-speaking states should teach a modern Indian language, preferably a southern language, alongside Hindi and English. Non-Hindi-speaking states were to include Hindi, their regional language and English.
There were protests against the same in Tamil Nadu and it has steadfastly followed its two-language policy of teaching Tamil and English in its government schools.
New Education Policy 2020:
NEP 2020 states: “The three-language formula will continue to be implemented to promote multi-lingualism as well as promote national unity ( constitutional provisions). However, there will be greater flexibility, and no language will be imposed on any state.”
The NEP, 2020 has retained the three-language formula albeit with a key difference that it doesn’t impose any language on any State. It specifies that the languages to be learnt will be the choice of States, regions and the students, so long as at least two of the three languages are native to India.
#GS2 #Polity
Controversy erupted after the Stalin-led Tamil Nadu government claimed that the Centre had withheld funds related to the Samagra Shiksha scheme due to the state’s refusal to implement the NEP.
While the Centre maintains that the NEP is aimed at ensuring employment for youth across regions, Tamil Nadu has long viewed it as an attempt to “impose” Hindi on the state.
What is three language formula:
The three-language formula was first proposed by the Kothari Commission (1964-66). It was formally adopted in the National Policy on Education (NPE) 1968 under then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The policy was reaffirmed in NPE 1986 under PM Rajiv Gandhi and revised in 1992 by Narasimha Rao’s Congress government to promote linguistic diversity and national unity.
It recommended that students learn:
-Their mother tongue or regional language.
-The official language of the Union.
-A modern Indian or European language, apart from the first two.
According to NPE 1968, Hindi-speaking states should teach a modern Indian language, preferably a southern language, alongside Hindi and English. Non-Hindi-speaking states were to include Hindi, their regional language and English.
There were protests against the same in Tamil Nadu and it has steadfastly followed its two-language policy of teaching Tamil and English in its government schools.
New Education Policy 2020:
NEP 2020 states: “The three-language formula will continue to be implemented to promote multi-lingualism as well as promote national unity ( constitutional provisions). However, there will be greater flexibility, and no language will be imposed on any state.”
The NEP, 2020 has retained the three-language formula albeit with a key difference that it doesn’t impose any language on any State. It specifies that the languages to be learnt will be the choice of States, regions and the students, so long as at least two of the three languages are native to India.
#GS2 #Polity
Ecology:
Who heads the National Board of Wildlife, the chief advisory body on wildlife Conservation?
Who heads the National Board of Wildlife, the chief advisory body on wildlife Conservation?
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8%
President
25%
Chief Wildlife Warden
58%
Prime Minister
8%
Governor
“No Other Land,” the story of Palestinian activists fighting to protect their communities from demolition by the Israeli military, won the Oscar for best documentary.
#Oscar # BestDocumentary
#Oscar # BestDocumentary
PM Modi calls for school trips, winter weddings in Uttarakhand, says state should not have off-season | India News - The Indian Express
https://indianexpress.com/article/india/modi-school-trips-winter-weddings-uttarakhand-off-season-9871964/
https://indianexpress.com/article/india/modi-school-trips-winter-weddings-uttarakhand-off-season-9871964/
The Indian Express
PM Modi calls for school trips, winter weddings in Uttarakhand, says state should not have off-season
Flags off trek, bike rally in Harsil; visits winter seat of Gangotri Dham in Mukhwa – one of the stops of the winter Char Dham yatra
Current Affairs:
Vanuatu, an island is located in
Vanuatu, an island is located in
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21%
Indian Ocean
71%
Pacific Ocean
0%
Atlantic Ocean
7%
Indian Ocean
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Indian Polity:
Which schedule of the Constitution was added to prevent political defections?
Which schedule of the Constitution was added to prevent political defections?
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6th schedule
14%
7th schedule
14%
9th schedule
71%
10th schedule
Wrt the Anti Defection law, consider the following statements:
1) A Nominated member is disqualified if he joins a political party 6 months after getting nominated.
2) The decision to disqualify a member rests with the President.
Which of the following statement/s is/are incorrect?
1) A Nominated member is disqualified if he joins a political party 6 months after getting nominated.
2) The decision to disqualify a member rests with the President.
Which of the following statement/s is/are incorrect?
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday (March 13, 2025) that he agrees in principle with a U.S. proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, but the terms need to be worked out, and he emphasized that it should pave the way to lasting peace.
World Air Quality Report, 2024:
7th annual World Air Quality Report 2024 released by IQAir.
The Report evaluates the global state of air quality for the year 2024
Key findings of the report:
Seven countries met the WHO annual average PM2.5 guideline of 5 µg/m3: Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Estonia, Grenada, Iceland, and New Zealand.
The five most polluted countries in 2024 were:-Chad, Bangladesh,Pakistan, Democratic Republic of Congo, India.
Delhi remains the most polluted capital city.
Byrnihat(Assam), India was the most polluted metropolitan area of 2024.
Oceania is the world's cleanest region.
#WorldAirQualityReport2024
7th annual World Air Quality Report 2024 released by IQAir.
The Report evaluates the global state of air quality for the year 2024
Key findings of the report:
Seven countries met the WHO annual average PM2.5 guideline of 5 µg/m3: Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Estonia, Grenada, Iceland, and New Zealand.
The five most polluted countries in 2024 were:-Chad, Bangladesh,Pakistan, Democratic Republic of Congo, India.
Delhi remains the most polluted capital city.
Byrnihat(Assam), India was the most polluted metropolitan area of 2024.
Oceania is the world's cleanest region.
#WorldAirQualityReport2024
Geet Gawai:
The Indian Prime Minister was welcomed with a traditional Bihari cultural performance Geet Gawai during his state visit to Mauritius.
Geet Gawai:
It is a pre-wedding ceremony that combines rituals, prayer, songs, n music and dance.
It is also inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in December 2016.
Performed mainly by Bhojpuri-speaking communities having Indian descent in Mauritius.
Participants: Female family members and neighbors
Main-Musical Instrument: Dholak (a two-headed drum).
It extends to public performances and presently men also participate.
#GeetGawai #Mauritius
The Indian Prime Minister was welcomed with a traditional Bihari cultural performance Geet Gawai during his state visit to Mauritius.
Geet Gawai:
It is a pre-wedding ceremony that combines rituals, prayer, songs, n music and dance.
It is also inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in December 2016.
Performed mainly by Bhojpuri-speaking communities having Indian descent in Mauritius.
Participants: Female family members and neighbors
Main-Musical Instrument: Dholak (a two-headed drum).
It extends to public performances and presently men also participate.
#GeetGawai #Mauritius
APAAR (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) ID:
The APAAR ID system has drawn scrutiny on data privacy.
About APAAR ID:
It is a specialized identification system designed for all students in India.
It is a unique 12-digit code will help students to digitally store, manage, and access all their academic credits, including Score card, marksheets, gradesheet, degrees etc
It is a part of the One Nation, One Student ID' program launched by the government, aligning with the new National Education Policy of 2020.
Benefits: Facilitate student mobility, Enhance academic flexibility, Empower students to choose their learning paths of their choice.
The APAAR ID system has drawn scrutiny on data privacy.
About APAAR ID:
It is a specialized identification system designed for all students in India.
It is a unique 12-digit code will help students to digitally store, manage, and access all their academic credits, including Score card, marksheets, gradesheet, degrees etc
It is a part of the One Nation, One Student ID' program launched by the government, aligning with the new National Education Policy of 2020.
Benefits: Facilitate student mobility, Enhance academic flexibility, Empower students to choose their learning paths of their choice.