The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued detailed guidelines explaining how the third language policy will be implemented for students in different classes under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The Board said the focus will remain on learning languages in a meaningful way and that no student will be disadvantaged because of the new system.

CBSE three-language rule eased: existing Class 7–9 students may continue two foreign languages till Class 10, as new Indian language norms apply prospectively.

CBSE students in Classes 7-9 who chose two foreign languages will now continue them until Class 10, easing concerns over the new three-language policy. This change ensures…

The Central Board of Secondary Education has issued fresh guidelines on the three language policy.