Which of the following statements is NOT true about NEP 2020?

1. AIt recommends high-quality learning and print material in Indian languages.
2. BIt recommends early implementation of the three-language formula to promote multilingualism.
3. CIt recommends that English should be the only medium of instruction at the elementary level.
4. DIt recommends teaching in the local language wherever possible.

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Correct answer: C. It recommends that English should be the only medium of instruction at the elementary level.

Explanation

NEP 2020 recommends the mother tongue/home language/regional language as the medium of instruction 'wherever possible, until at least Grade 5', the three-language formula, and better materials in Indian languages. It does not make English the only medium.