The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has introduced a new three-language policy that will require students in Class 6 to learn three languages from the 2026-27 academic session. According to the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE) 2023, students must study at least two regional languages and one foreign language. However, many schools are opting to replace foreign languages like German and French with Sanskrit or other regional languages, leading to confusion among parents and students. The shift has sparked discussions on social media, with some parents questioning the rationale behind limiting foreign language options. While Hindi remains compulsory as a second or third language up to Class 10, the demand for foreign languages is declining, particularly among those interested in studying abroad. The CBSE plans to gradually implement this policy fully by 2031, although schools are currently instructed to use locally available materials in the absence of official textbooks.