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News18
a day ago
- Politics
- News18
TN Rolls Out Education Policy; Rejects NEP's 3-Language Rule, Sticks To Tamil-English
Last Updated: Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin unveiled the State Education Policy, reaffirming Tamil-English two-language formula and rejecting the Centre's NEP and three-language rule. Amid an ongoing language row, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Friday unveiled the state's new education policy (SEP), reaffirming that the state will continue with the two-language formula of Tamil and English in schools. The policy, prepared by a 14-member panel headed by retired Justice D. Murugesan and set up in 2022, was submitted to the Chief Minister in July last year and was formally released at the Anna Centenary Library Auditorium. 'Through this education policy, we don't want students just to mug up, but think and get educated. Physical education will be taught along with studies. Importantly, I want to say firmly that we will follow two-language policy and it is our firm policy," Stalin said, adding that smart classes would be introduced under the SEP. He further asserted, 'We will never allow anyone to stop education. We will not allow pirooku (reactionary thinking) in our education. Our state education policy aims to create samathuva kalvi (equality) and will be a pagutharivu kalvi (one with a rational thought). This will serve as a platform to compete with international standards of education." The Chief Minister said the government's goal is to ensure 100% admission of school students into higher education, up from the current 75%. The announcement comes against the backdrop of the DMK-led government's opposition to the Centre's National Education Policy (NEP), which it has called 'against social justice" and an attempt to impose Hindi. The state has rejected the NEP's three-language formula, centralised entrance exams, and early standardised testing. In May, the Tamil Nadu government moved the Supreme Court over alleged withholding of Rs 2,200 crore in central funds, linking it to the state's refusal to implement the NEP. The plea seeks a declaration that the NEP 2020 and PM SHRI Schools Scheme are not binding without the state's consent. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
MK Stalin To Unveil Tamil Nadu's Own State Education Policy Tomorrow
In a significant move asserting Tamil Nadu's autonomy in the education sector, Chief Minister MK Stalin will unveil the long-awaited State Education Policy (SEP) on Friday. The policy, prepared as an alternative to the National Education Policy (NEP), comes at a time when the state and the Centre remain locked in a tussle over educational direction and funding. Tamil Nadu has consistently and vocally opposed the NEP, especially its three-language formula, centralised entrance exams, and early standardised testing. The DMK-led government has termed the NEP "regressive," "anti-social justice," and an attempt at "Hindi imposition." The SEP, drafted by a committee headed by retired High Court judge Justice D. Murugesan, was submitted to the government last year. According to informed sources, the policy is expected to focus on science education, artificial intelligence (AI), and strong English language skills, with an emphasis on making quality education accessible to all. Crucially, the committee is said to have recommended undergraduate admissions based on consolidated marks from Classes XI and XII, scrapping the idea of entrance exams for arts and science colleges-a direct rebuttal to NEP's push for a uniform entrance system. The policy is also likely to stress increased investment in state-run institutions and tighter regulation of deemed universities, to ensure academic standards and equity. The release of the SEP comes against the backdrop of the Centre withholding ₹2,152 crore under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, citing Tamil Nadu's refusal to adopt the NEP. The state has decried this as coercive, warning that it punishes states for exercising their constitutional rights in education, which is a concurrent subject. The Stalin-led government has particularly objected to NEP's proposal for public-style exams in Classes 3, 5, and 8, and the use of centralized entrance tests for undergraduate programmes, arguing that such policies would widen inequality, increase drop outs, push students from marginalized communities out of the system, and commercialise education. The committe also, sources indicate wants the state government to do it's might to bring back education under the state's list. On its part, the BJP and the Union government have maintained that the NEP is aimed at enhancing the quality of education, making Indian students globally competitive, offering flexibility in language learning and reducing over dependence on English. The government insists there's no attempt to impose Hindi, but rather to offer an opportunity to learn another Indian language. Experts also point out it would be interesting to watch it SEP incorporates any or many of the NEP elements. Tamil Nadu leads in education both at the school level and higher education. Several of the top 25 and 100 ranking institutions are from the state. As the SEP is made public tomorrow, it is expected to underline Tamil Nadu's vision for a decentralised, inclusive, and progressive education system, shaped by the state's long-standing commitment to social justice, equity, and linguistic diversity.
