Parents move HC: Why is Kannada compulsory even in CBSE, CISCE schools?
Parents move HC: Why is Kannada compulsory even in CBSE, CISCE schools? The Hindu
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The High Court of Karnataka Orders Notice on PIL Petitions Questioning Compulsory Kannada Language Study in CBSE and CISCE Schools
The High Court of Karnataka has issued notice to the State government on Public Interest Litigation (PIL) petitions filed by a group of parents. These parents are questioning the laws that make the study of Kannada language compulsory for students studying in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) in the State.
Petitioners and Constitutional Validity
A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Prasanna B. Varale and Justice M.G.S. Kamal has passed the order on the petition filed by Somashekar C. and 19 other parents. These parents have children who are studying in schools affiliated to the CBSE and the CISCE.
The petitioners have questioned the Constitutional validity of three laws: the Kannada Language Learning (KLL) Act, 2015, the KLL Rules, 2017, and the Karnataka Educational Institutions (Issue of No Objection Certificate and Control) Rules, 2022. These laws impose the study of Kannada as a compulsory language from Class I to X for all schools, including CBSE and CISCE schools.
Anomalies in the Laws
The petitioners have pointed out anomalies in these laws. They have highlighted that the KLL Act and the rules make Kannada compulsory as either a first or second language, while the NOC Rules make it compulsory as either a second or third language.
Contradiction with Karnataka Education Act
The main contention of the petitioners is that these three laws contradict the provisions of the Karnataka Education (KE) Act, 1983. The KE Act excludes schools affiliated to the CBSE and the CISCE from its ambit. The petitioners have also mentioned that the High Court had recently declared unconstitutional the application of certain rules relating to fees, etc. made to CBSE and CISCE schools and private unaided schools by amending the KE Act in 1998.
Previous Court Actions
The petition highlights previous court actions related to the issue. Last year, the High Court stayed the State government’s 2021 Order, which made Kannada a compulsory subject for undergraduate courses. This was done after the Union government clarified that the National Educational Policy 2020 did not have any provision to make any language compulsory.
Difficulties Faced by Students
The petitioners argue that it would be difficult for students whose mother tongue is not Kannada, as well as those who join schools in Karnataka during their primary education, to study Kannada as prescribed in these laws. They have complained that the State authorities are threatening CBSE and CISCE schools with withdrawal of the NOC if they fail to teach Kannada as a compulsory subject.
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Related Topics
- Karnataka
- Bangalore
- Court administration
- Kannada
- School
- Kannada literature
- Students
- Parent and child
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 4: Quality Education | Target 4.7: By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including among others through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles | No specific indicators mentioned in the article |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | Target 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all | No specific indicators mentioned in the article |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
SDG 4: Quality Education
The issue highlighted in the article is related to the compulsory study of Kannada language in schools, including CBSE and CISCE schools. This connects to SDG 4, which focuses on ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education for all.
SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
The article mentions that the petitioners have questioned the Constitutional validity of certain laws. This connects to SDG 16, which aims to promote peaceful and inclusive societies, provide access to justice for all, and build effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Target 4.7: By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including among others through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles.
Target 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
No specific indicators are mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets.
4. SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 4: Quality Education | Target 4.7: By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including among others through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles | No specific indicators mentioned in the article |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | Target 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all | No specific indicators mentioned in the article |
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Source: thehindu.com
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