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  • May 08, 2024
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CBSE PRIORITISES MOTHER TONGUE LEARNING FROM EARLY EDUCATION STAGES

Why in the news?

CBSE mandates mother tongue-focused education, aligning with National Education Policy, to preserve linguistic diversity and promote multilingualism in schools.

source:pib

About the Instruction to Schools:

  • CBSE directs all schools to utilise educational material focusing on learning in the mother tongue.
  • Circular aligns with National Education Policy 2020 and National Curriculum Framework 2022.
  • Aims to promote multilingual education and preserve linguistic diversity.
  • Collaboration between National Council for Educational Research and Training and Indian Institute of Languages.
  • Resulted in the creation of 52 primers tailored to various mother tongues and local languages spoken across India.
  • Languages include Bhutia, Bodo, Garo, Khandeshi, Kinnauri, Kuki, Manipuri, Nepali, Sherpa, and Tulu.
What is the National Curriculum Framework?

  • About NCF:
  • Key component of New Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
  • Undergone four revisions in 1975, 1988, 2000, and 2005.
  • Proposed fifth revision aims to energise educational transformation.
  • Sections of NCF:
  • NCF for School Education (NCF-SE).
  • NCF for Early Childhood Care and Education (Foundational Stage).
  • NCF for Teacher Education.
  • NCF for Adult Education.
  • Objective:
  • Transform school education system in line with NEP 2020.
  • Ensure highest quality education for all children.
  • Promote equity, inclusivity, and pluralism as per India’s Constitution.