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CBSE releases three-language policy guidelines under NEP 2020
The Print··29 Jun
The Print reported June 29 board said students entering Class IX must study three languages with third assessed internally without board exam. Class X current batch continues two-language system. Non-native third language allowed if other two are Indian languages.
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What It Means For You
- CBSE schools must plan third-language teaching.
- Current Class X students are exempt.
- Class VI batch faces board exam later.
What's Happening
- CBSE released NEP 2020 language guidelines.
- Two Indian languages are mandatory.
- Exemptions exist for special needs students.
Policy Context
- Rules apply from 2026-27 session.
- Third language may be assessed internally.
- NCERT resources cover 22 languages.
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