Currently, Hindi is taught as a mandatory subject in most Indian states, though several states including Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Odisha, Meghalaya, West Bengal, and Nagaland do not require it in their school systems. In 2019, the Indian government revised a draft proposal to make Hindi a compulsory third language across all schools after significant opposition, particularly from Tamil Nadu. The question of mandatory Hindi instruction remains contested between those who view it as a unifying national language and those who prioritize linguistic and cultural diversity across India's regions.
Background only — Sabha doesn't take a side.