Supreme Court judge Justice BV Nagarathna criticized the CBSE's proposal to introduce a third language in Class 9, citing undue stress for students preparing for board exams.
She said this policy adds unnecessary stress on students
Jul 16, 2026
01:27 pm
What's the storySupreme Court judge Justice BV Nagarathna has raised concerns over the introduction of a third language in Class IX under the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum.
She said this policy adds unnecessary stress on students preparing for board examinations.
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