Kendriya Vidyalaya Schools to Introduce Mandatory Sanskrit Sections
Introduction of Sanskrit in Kendriya Vidyalayas
Students enrolled in Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) institutions will now be required to learn Sanskrit. A new mandatory Sanskrit section will be introduced for students in classes 6 and 9. While students can opt for a regional language alongside Sanskrit, this section will be officially recognized as the 'Sanskrit section.' This initiative is in line with the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which encourages the study of three languages. A circular has been dispatched by the KVS headquarters to all schools, and this change is set to take effect from the academic year 2026-27.
Details on the Sanskrit Section Implementation
Let's delve deeper into the establishment of Sanskrit sections in Kendriya Vidyalayas and explore the language options available for students.
**Third Language Selection Process**
KVS has mandated the formation of Sanskrit sections for classes 6 and 9. School administrators are required to document the complete details of the third language chosen by students on the 'Samagam Portal.' Additionally, they are encouraged to allow students the freedom to select their languages based on personal preferences.
Language Options Under NEP 2020
**Sanskrit and Regional Languages Alongside Hindi and English**
In accordance with NEP 2020, KVS schools will implement a three-language policy, with Hindi and English designated as the mandatory first and second languages. For the third language, students can choose between Sanskrit or a regional language recognized in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution. This selection process allows students to freely choose one of these options.
Rationale Behind the Mandatory Sanskrit Section
**Purpose of Establishing the Sanskrit Section**
The decision to create a mandatory Sanskrit section is aimed at addressing the educational needs of children from transferred employees. For example, children moving from areas where Sanskrit is already taught will benefit from this initiative, allowing for a more organized and effective learning environment.
Formation of Separate Language Batches
**Separate Batches for Language Instruction**
The circular specifies that schools must create distinct batches based on student enrollment in Sanskrit and regional languages. Even schools with a single section must establish separate groups for Sanskrit and other regional languages. In institutions with multiple sections, classes will be organized according to the number of students opting for each language.