Tamil Nadu schools to have 3 compulsory physical education periods weekly
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Why in news
Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Rajmohan released a revised timetable making three physical education periods and two extra-curricular periods compulsory weekly.
Background
The revised timetable was released in Chennai on September 13, 2026. It mandates three compulsory physical education periods and two extra-curricular/co-curricular activity periods every week for students.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTamil Nadu schools now mandate 3 compulsory physical education periods weekly
- FactTamil Nadu schools now mandate 2 extra-curricular or co-curricular activity periods weekly
- FactStudents are permitted to play five days a week under the new timetable
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of integrating mandatory physical education and co-curricular activities into the school curriculum to ensure holistic student development.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Pedagogical shift: Balancing academic rigor with physical literacy to combat sedentary lifestyles
- Infrastructure constraints: Requirement for adequate sports facilities and equipment in rural vs urban schools
Keywords: holistic development · pedagogical reform · physical literacy · co-curricular integration
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