Only Marathi & English be taught in schools: Raj Thackeray to govt
Raj Thackeray, the chief of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), has taken a bold step to demand a written order from the state government to ensure that only two languages, Marathi and English, are taught from Class 1 onwards in state board schools. The MNS chief has been vocal about promoting the Marathi language and culture, and this latest demand is just another step in that direction.
The government had earlier declared that only Marathi and English would be taught in state board schools, but so far, no written order has been issued. This has led to confusion among parents and teachers, who are unsure about the language policy in schools. Raj Thackeray has now written to the state government demanding a written order to clarify the situation.
The MNS chief has warned that if the government rolls back on this decision, the party will launch a strong agitation. This is not the first time that Thackeray has taken a stand on the issue of language promotion. In the past, he has been vocal about promoting Marathi as the primary language in the state, and has even launched agitation campaigns to achieve this goal.
Thackeray’s demand has been met with mixed reactions from the education community. While some have welcomed the move, others have expressed concerns about the potential implications on the curriculum. Some have argued that the focus on only two languages may lead to a narrow view of language and culture, while others have praised the move as a step towards promoting the Marathi language and culture.
The controversy surrounding language promotion in Maharashtra is not new. For years, the state has been debating the issue of language promotion, with some advocating for the promotion of Marathi as the primary language, while others have argued for the promotion of English and other languages. The issue has been further complicated by the presence of several local languages and dialects in the state.
In recent years, the government has taken steps to promote the Marathi language and culture. For example, the government has introduced Marathi as a compulsory subject in schools, and has also launched initiatives to promote the language and culture through cultural events and festivals. However, despite these efforts, the language remains a topic of controversy, with some arguing that it is not given the recognition it deserves.
Thackeray’s demand for a written order to ensure that only Marathi and English are taught in schools is seen as a step towards promoting the Marathi language and culture. The MNS chief has been vocal about his desire to see Marathi promoted as the primary language in the state, and this demand is seen as a way to achieve this goal.
The issue of language promotion is not unique to Maharashtra. Across the country, there are several states where language promotion is a contentious issue. In some states, the government has taken steps to promote local languages, while in others, the focus has been on promoting English and other languages.
In conclusion, Raj Thackeray’s demand for a written order to ensure that only Marathi and English are taught in schools is a bold step towards promoting the Marathi language and culture. While the move has been met with mixed reactions from the education community, it is clear that language promotion is a complex and contentious issue that requires careful consideration and debate.
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