The Governor of Karnataka has initiated a review of the state government’s recent decision to assign only grades, rather than marks, for the third language in the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination. This request follows a representation from the Association for Preservation of Local Languages, Bengaluru, which expressed concerns about the potential effects of this policy on students, teachers, and the overall education system. The representation emphasized the significance of the third language in fostering linguistic diversity and intellectual growth among students. It cautioned that the grading-only approach might undermine the academic value of the subject and diminish students' motivation to engage with it seriously. The Governor has noted these issues and directed the Chief Secretary, Shalini Rajneesh, to review the matter in consultation with the Department of School Education and other relevant authorities, ensuring that actions taken align with the educational objectives of the state.