Hindi imposition row: What is three-language formula in NEP and why does Tamil Nadu oppose it? Explained in 5 points
- Tamil Nadu opposes the three-language formula due to fears it promotes Hindi, as shown by a Lokniti-CSDS survey where over 70% opposed its imposition in 2019.
- The state has maintained a two-language policy, yielding significant educational outcomes such as a Gross Enrollment Ratio of 47% in 2022.
- Concerns have arisen over financial penalties imposed by the Union government to enforce the policy, raising issues of federal overreach.
- The Union government has withheld ₹2,152 crore in funding due to Tamil Nadu's refusal to adopt the three-language policy, which many view as a violation of state rights.
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MK Stalin hits out at Hindi zealots, calls Hindi renaming of laws 'chauvinism'
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin slammed critics calling the DMK chauvinists, asserting that demanding linguistic equality is a right, not an offence. He criticised the renaming of criminal laws in Hindi and called NEP “poison” imposed on non-Hindi states.
Tamil Nadu will never accept NEP or Hindi imposition in any form: Udhayanidhi Stalin slams centre's policies
Tamil Nadu's Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has strongly criticized the central government’s alleged attempts to impose Hindi on the state, reiterating Tamil Nadu's firm stance against the New Education Policy (NEP) and any form of Hindi imposition. He emphasized that Tamil Nadu, under the leadership of Chief Minister MK Stalin, would continue to reject these efforts. Speaking to the media, Udhayanidhi Stalin accused the central govern…
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