Dimapur Naga Students’ Union urges review of compulsory Sanskrit in CBSE schools in Nagaland over lack of teachers and support.
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DIMAPUR — The Dimapur Naga Students’ Union (DNSU) has appealed to the Governor of Nagaland, Nand Kishore Yadav, seeking urgent intervention against what it described as the compulsory imposition of Sanskrit in CBSE schools in the state.
In a representation addressed to the Governor through the deputy commissioner of Dimapur, the DNSU expressed concern over the manner in which Sanskrit was being introduced, alleging that the change had been implemented without adequate academic preparation, trained teachers, or transition support for students.
The union clarified that its objection was not against the learning of any language but was based on the “practical difficulties” being faced by students and parents.
According to the DNSU, many students are already under academic pressure and the compulsory introduction of Sanskrit without proper groundwork was causing “confusion, anxiety, and fear of poor academic performance”.
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The students’ body also raised concern over the lack of trained Sanskrit teachers in many schools and the absence of tuition or remedial support for students with no prior background in the subject.
“In this situation, making Sanskrit compulsory without first ensuring teacher availability and support systems places an unfair burden on students,” the representation stated.
The DNSU urged the Governor to intervene and sought an immediate review of the compulsory introduction of Sanskrit in CBSE schools in Nagaland. It also called for suspension of the implementation until proper teachers and learning support systems are made available.
Further, the union demanded consultation with schools, parents, and student bodies before introducing what it termed as “major academic changes”.
The DNSU stated that the welfare of students should be prioritised and that no subject should be made compulsory in a manner that disadvantages learners due to “administrative and infrastructural shortcomings”.
It appealed to the Governor’s office to direct the concerned departments and authorities to review the matter in the interest of students, parents, and the academic future of Naga students.