Samy Vellu said although he believed that it was good for the students, especially in Tamil schools to master the English language, “but I have to listen and heed the views and wishes of the Tamil school headmasters and parents”.<\/p>\n
“They have a right to make their own decision. We can’t impose on them our views. It is a matter that concerns their children and students. As such, we will abide to their request.” he said.<\/p>\n
He said the headmasters unanimously endorsed the teaching of Mathematics and Science in Tamil at a discussion organized by the MIC recently.<\/p>\n
Samy Vellu said Tamil school students could pick up English when they enter secondary schools.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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