Languages must coexist rather than compete: RIE Principal
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Why in news
The Regional Institute of Education (NCERT) and CIIL discussed the role of mother tongues in nation-building and the integration of AI in promoting Indian languages under NEP 2020.
Background
The Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL) in Mysuru hosted International Mother Language Day celebrations. Discussions focused on the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the use of Artificial Intelligence to expand access to language learning via SWAYAM courses.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyCIIL: Central Institute of Indian Languages is located in Mysuru
- SchemeSWAYAM: Platform used by CIIL to provide language learning courses
- FactNEP 2020: Policy framework emphasizing mother tongues in education
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the promotion of mother tongues in primary education aligns with the objectives of the National Education Policy 2020 and fosters national integration.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Pedagogical efficacy: Cognitive benefits of mother-tongue instruction in early childhood development
- Technological leap: Leveraging AI to bridge the digital divide in regional language content
- Linguistic preservation: Balancing the promotion of diverse dialects with the need for a common national medium
Keywords: Multilingualism · Pedagogical efficacy · Linguistic diversity · Digital inclusion · National Education Policy
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