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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Kannada Development Authority petitions Siddaramaiah for 2-language policy - The Statesman
Even as the three-language formula has heated up Tamil Nadu police and reached the Supreme Court, the Kannada Development Authority on Thursday petitioned Karnataka Chief Minister S Siddaramaiah to adopt the two-language policy in the state.
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.
‘Thieves and DMK Cannot Be Separated’: K Annamalai Shares Video of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam Member ‘Trying To Steal’ Woman’s Gold Bangle During Anti-Hindi Pledge | 📰 LatestLY
A Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) member was caught on camera attempting to steal a gold bangle during an anti-Hindi pledge ceremony, sparking political controversy. BJP leader K Annamalai condemned the incident, stating, “Thieves and DMK cannot be separated.” 📰 ‘Thieves and DMK Cannot Be Separated’: K Annamalai Shares Video of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam Member ‘Trying To Steal’ Woman’s Gold Bangle During Anti-Hindi Pledge.
Why Centre has not set up institution to teach Tamil in northern states, asks Stalin
Chennai: Targeting the BJP-led Centre over alleged Hindi imposition, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK President M K Stalin on Tuesday wondered why the union government has not facilitated setting up of an institution to teach Tamil or other south Indian languages to people of states in north India. Writing to party workers as part of his series on the theme of “all-time opposition to Hindi imposition” Stalin said, Google Translate, Chat GPT and…
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