Bhubaneswar (Odisha), India, March 22 (ANI): In light of the current discussion surrounding the three-language policy, Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary On Friday emphasized the significance of instructing youngsters in several languages from an early stage.
Addressing the matter, Chaudhary stated, "The basic truth of this case is that children can learn multiple languages more effectively when they are young; thus, these languages ought to be taught during their early years as it becomes simpler to instruct them at this stage."
Emphasizing the advantages of an interdisciplinary method as detailed in the National Education Policy (NEP), the Union Minister He mentioned that this boosts the abilities of young students. “Given the multidisciplinary approach outlined in the NEP, it would be more beneficial for younger individuals. This increases their capability and proficiency to thrive and excel globally,” he further stated.
Chaudhary likewise voiced his concerns about the politicization of the matter, especially in Tamil Nadu, emphasizing that children’s education must not be jeopardized. He stated, “Hence, the children of Tamil Nadu should not bear the brunt of trivial political disputes.”
His comment arises amidst widespread controversy surrounding the adoption of the three-language policy, eliciting different responses from various regions.
The Tamil Nadu administration has clashed with the Central government regarding the three-language policy suggested in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 as well as the delimitation process.
The core of the dispute revolves around the NEP's three-language approach, which Tamil Nadu worries might enforce Hindi throughout the region. Chief Minister MK Stalin contended that this policy favors Hindi at the expense of local languages, threatening both the state’s self-governance and its rich multilingual heritage.
Meanwhile today, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said no attempt should be made to divide the nation based on language and that the Tamil Nadu government "does not have the courage" to translate medical and engineering study material into Tamil.
He implied without directly mentioning them that they use linguistic concerns as a cover-up for scandals.
This robust response addresses those operating businesses under the guise of linguistic protection to conceal their corrupt practices... They claim what? Do we stand against southern languages? Is such opposition conceivable? ... I hail from Gujarat, while Nirmala Sitharaman hails from Tamil Nadu. Can we possibly object to this stance? What exactly are you suggesting?” he questioned. (ANI)
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