Archive · 22 Sep 2025
Pradhan Reaffirms No Language Imposition by Centre
The Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, clarified the government's language policy in schools.
He stated the government isn't forcing any language, addressing concerns about the NEP 2020.
Students choose their languages, starting with mother tongue and an option in primary school.
In grades 6-10, they study three languages, with choices beyond Hindi or English.
He sees language as a facilitator and highlighted skill-based learning for classes 11 and 12, shifting from degree-focused education.
Dharmendra Pradhan said the Centre isn't imposing any language on states or students.
The statement was made at IIT Madras during the 'Think India Dakshinapatha Summit 2025'.
He addressed concerns around the language policy within the NEP 2020.
Students will have choices regarding language learning under the three-language formula.
Pradhan views language as a 'facilitator' and highlighted skill-based learning.
- Who
- Dharmendra Pradhan
- What
- Statement on language policy and skill-based learning
- When
- September 22, 2025
- Where
- IIT Madras, Chennai
- Why
- To clarify language policy within the NEP 2020 and promote skill-based education
Concerns Over Imposition
Union Education Ministry
Language Implementation
Concerns Over Imposition
Expressing concerns regarding the potential imposition of the three-language policy.
Union Education Ministry
Clarifying that the NEP does not impose any language.
- Key Figure
- Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Education Minister
- Event
- 'Think India Dakshinapatha Summit 2025'
- Location
- IIT Madras, Chennai
- Main Point
- Government isn't imposing any language
- Policy
- NEP 2020
- Focus
- Skill-based learning
Sources
Dharmendra Pradhan Slams TN Govt's Stance Against Three-language Policy
Govt plans to introduce skill-based curriculum for Classes 11 and 12: Dharmendra Pradhan
Centre not imposing any language on any State: Dharmendra Pradhan
Education must rise above politics: Dharmendra Pradhan urges TN to accept three-language policy
Centre Not Imposing Any Language on Any State: Dharmendra Pradhan
Three-language policy I ‘Challenge is in balancing expert insights and stakeholders’ inputs’: Dr Narendra Jadhav
Pradhan insists TN must implement NEP for release of SSA funds
Education Minister Assures Tamil Nadu: NEP 2020 Won’t Impose Any Language on States
No Language Will Be Imposed By Centre On Any State: Dharmendra Pradhan
