CBSE English curriculum to replace malayalam medium in Lakshadweep schools

In a significant educational reform, the Lakshadweep administration has announced a pivotal shift in its schooling system. All schools under the Department of Education in the Union Territory will transition from Malayalam to CBSE English medium.

The Director of Education issued the directive on December 12, with the primary objective of elevating educational standards and adapting to the changing educational landscape.

The order specifies, "To elevate the standards of education and align with the dynamic educational landscape, the Department of Education in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep has resolved to transition SCERT Kerala Malayalam medium classes to CBSE English medium."

Commencing from the academic year 2024-25, the department's schools will exclusively admit students in the CBSE English medium stream, starting from grade 1.

The order explained the rationale behind transitioning to a new educational medium, emphasising the goal of equipping students with essential skills and knowledge for their future academic and professional endeavors

Recognising the significant role of the CBSE curriculum in students preparing for competitive exams and 21st-century skills, the shift was deemed necessary.

Furthermore, it was specified in the order that the existing Malayalam medium SCERT class would be transformed into CBSE English medium for grades 2 to 8. Director of Education, Rakesh Dahiya, outlined a systematic two-year plan for the conversion of grades 9 and 10 to CBSE English medium, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing board examinations.