The Supreme Court questions whether English can be treated as an indigenous language while hearing pleas against the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020’s three-language framework implemented through the CBSE. Multiple reports say the court does not immediately stay the CBSE’s policy, which is designed to promote Hindi and other regional languages in line with constitutional language objectives. Petitioners challenge the scheme, arguing that practical difficulties remain, including shortages of teachers and infrastructure to implement the multiple-language requirement. The petitions also point to gaps in learning materials, including limited availability of relevant books through the NCERT website. In response to the petitions, the Centre and CBSE are expected to submit replies within a stated timeline, after which the court will consider the issues raised by the challengers. One report notes that the Chief Justice observes that concerns persist even after CBSE clarifications. The hearings are focused on the constitutional and implementation aspects of the three-language policy, including the status accorded to English.