1. Social Media Version (Short, Shareable)
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A Serious Concern About English Teaching in CBSE (Classes IX–XII)
Many teachers and parents are increasingly worried about the current pattern of English teaching and assessment in the CBSE curriculum from Classes IX to XII.
Surprisingly, there is no prescribed grammar textbook and no clear grammar syllabus for students during these crucial academic years.
In examinations, students are mainly asked to: • Rearrange jumbled words
• Insert missing words
• Edit random paragraphs
These exercises often appear without any clear grammatical basis, leaving teachers unsure what exactly to teach and students unsure how to prepare.
Grammar is the foundation of any language. Without systematic learning of tenses, voice, reported speech, clauses, prepositions, and sentence transformation, students cannot develop accuracy or confidence in English.
Another surprising change is the absence of essay writing in many CBSE exam papers from Classes IX–XII. Essay writing helps students organize thoughts, develop arguments, and express ideas clearly — an essential academic skill.
One important question arises:
Do competitive examinations test such random editing exercises?
Most of them actually test grammar fundamentals, comprehension, vocabulary, and structured writing.
Since CBSE has the largest number of students in India, any weakness in its language teaching system affects millions of learners.
For the benefit of students across the country, it may be time to reconsider the current system and:
• Introduce a clear grammar syllabus for Classes IX–XII
• Prescribe a standard grammar textbook
• Include topic-based grammar questions in exams
• Restore essay writing and structured composition
English education should develop clear thinking and confident communication, not merely the ability to correct random sentences.
This issue deserves serious attention from educators, policymakers, and the Government of India.
Quality language education is a necessity, not a luxury.
If you are a teacher, parent, or student who believes strong language foundations matter, please share this concern.
2. Formal Letter to the Education Minister of India
Subject
Concern Regarding English Teaching and Assessment in CBSE (Classes IX–XII)
Respected Sir/Madam,
I would like to draw your kind attention to an important issue regarding the teaching and assessment of English in the CBSE curriculum from Classes IX to XII.
At present, there appears to be no prescribed grammar textbook and no clearly structured grammar syllabus for students during these crucial academic years. As a result, teachers and students often remain uncertain about the specific grammatical areas that should be systematically taught and learned.
In the examination papers, topic-based grammar questions are largely absent. Instead, students are commonly required to perform tasks such as rearranging jumbled words, inserting missing words, or editing passages taken from various sources. These exercises frequently appear without a clearly defined grammatical framework.
This situation raises a few important concerns. Without systematic instruction in grammar—such as tenses, voice, reported speech, prepositions, clauses, sentence transformation, and composition—students may not develop the clarity, accuracy, and confidence necessary for effective communication in English.
Another notable observation is the absence of essay writing in many CBSE examination papers from Classes IX to XII. Essay writing is one of the most effective ways to cultivate logical thinking, structured expression, and the ability to present ideas coherently.
Since CBSE serves the largest number of students in the country, any gaps in its language teaching approach may affect the overall standard of English education for millions of learners.
In view of this, it may be worthwhile to consider the following suggestions:
Introduce a clear and structured grammar syllabus for Classes IX–XII.
Prescribe a standard grammar textbook for systematic learning.
Include topic-based grammar questions in examinations.
Reinstate essay writing and structured composition in exam papers.
Ensure that assessments measure genuine language competence.
The objective of English education should be to help students develop clear thinking, precise expression, and confident communication.
I sincerely hope that this matter may receive the attention of the Ministry of Education and that appropriate steps may be considered in the interest of students across the country.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours faithfully,
Dr. Shankar D. Mishra
✅ You can copy both pieces directly and use them.
If you want, I can also make one more version that can go viral easily among teachers across India (much sharper and stronger in tone). It usually spreads faster on WhatsApp groups of teachers.
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