Maharashtra Withdraws Mandatory Hindi Rule in Schools
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Maharashtra withdraws Mandatory Hindi rule |
| Date of Announcement | 22nd April 2025 |
| Announced By | Maharashtra School Education Minister Dadaji Bhuse |
| Key Decision | Government Resolution (GR) to remove the word 'mandatory' from the earlier directive making Hindi compulsory in Classes 1 to 5. |
| Three-Language Formula | Continues as per NEP 2020, with greater flexibility. Students can choose 3 languages, two of which must be native Indian languages. |
| NEP 2020 Guidance | Emphasises constitutional values, regional aspirations, and multilingualism. Hindi is not mandated but remains an option like English. |
| Implementation | New rules will be framed based on student strength and availability of language teachers. |
| Three-Language Formula Details | First language: Mother tongue or regional language. Second language: Hindi or English in non-Hindi states, other modern Indian languages or English in Hindi states. Third language: English or modern Indian language. |
| NEP 2020 Salient Features | Universal access, Early Childhood Education (ECCE), multilingualism, inclusive education, GER enhancement (26.3% to 50% by 2035), research focus, internationalisation, 6% GDP funding, PARAKH Assessment Center, etc. |