The Central Board of Secondary education (CBSE) has introduced a major change in its language policy for Classes 9 and 10 starting from the 2026–27 academic session, aligning it with the National education Policy (NEP) 2020.
🧾 What is the New language Scheme?
Under the revised structure:
- Students must study three languages (R1, R2, and R3)
- At least two languages must be indian languages
- One language can be english or another foreign language (depending on choice and availability)
This is part of CBSE’s shift toward promoting multilingual education.
📌 Key Highlights of the Change
🗣️ 1. Three-Language Formula Introduced
Students in Classes 9 and 10 will now study:
All three must be studied throughout secondary school.
🇮🇳 2. Two indian Languages Mandatory
A major rule in the revised scheme is:
- At least two of the three languages must be indian languages
This is designed to strengthen regional and constitutional language learning.
🧑🏫 3. No Board Exam for Third language (R3)
- The third language will be mandatory to study
- But it will not be part of the Class 10 board exam
- It will be assessed internally by schools
📖 4. Transition-Based Implementation
CBSE has clarified that:
- Schools will gradually implement the new system
- Textbooks and teaching support will be provided in phases
- Existing students will be adjusted smoothly
🎯 Why CBSE Made This Change
The goal of this revision is to:
- Promote multilingual ability among students
- Encourage learning of Indian and regional languages
- Align with NEP 2020 education reforms
- Build better communication and cultural understanding
⚖️ Impact on Students
👍 Benefits
- Better exposure to multiple languages
- Stronger regional language learning
- Improved cognitive and communication skills
⚠️ Challenges
- Slightly heavier academic load
- Need for schools to manage language teacher availability
- Confusion in subject selection initially
🧠 Final Summary
The CBSE’s revised language scheme is not about increasing exam pressure, but about making students more linguistically skilled and culturally aware. While studying three languages becomes compulsory, only two will be part of board exam evaluation.
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