The Governor of Karnataka has expressed concerns regarding the state government's recent decision to award only grades, without marks, for the third language in the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination. This request for a review follows a representation from the Association for Preservation of Local Languages, Bengaluru, which highlighted potential adverse effects on academic engagement and linguistic diversity among students. The representation emphasized the importance of the third language in fostering awareness and intellectual growth, warning that the new grading system could undermine the subject's significance and diminish students' motivation to study it seriously. The Governor's communication to Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh instructed her to examine the matter comprehensively, considering its academic and administrative implications. The Chief Secretary is expected to consult with the Department of School Education and other relevant authorities to determine appropriate actions that align with the educational objectives of the state.