Srinagar, March 15 -- The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2022-23 underscore the critical importance of a child's mother tongue or first language (L1) in school education. Recognizing the pivotal role that language plays in cognitive development, these educational frameworks emphasize the need to promote and preserve native languages. In the context of Kashmir, the preservation of the Kashmiri language at home becomes imperative to secure the cultural heritage and linguistic identity of the region.

Role of Mother Tongue in School Education:

NEP 2020 and NCF 2022-23 advocate for a strong foundation in the mother tongue during the early years of schooling. Research indicates that a solid gr...