Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed into law a bill that makes Ukrainian the mandatory language of instruction in schools starting in September 2023. The new law, which was passed by parliament in May, has been met with mixed reactions..
Supporters of the law argue that it is necessary to strengthen Ukrainian identity and unity in the face of Russian aggression. They point to the fact that Russian has been the dominant language in Ukraine for centuries, and that this has contributed to the country’s cultural and political divisions..
Opponents of the law, on the other hand, argue that it will discriminate against minority groups, particularly Russian-speakers in the eastern part of the country. They also argue that it will lower the quality of education, as many teachers are not fluent in Ukrainian..
The new law is part of a broader effort by the Ukrainian government to promote Ukrainian language and culture. In recent years, the government has passed a number of laws aimed at increasing the use of Ukrainian in public life. These laws have been controversial, and have been met with resistance from some Russian-speakers..
The debate over the mandatory use of Ukrainian in schools is likely to continue for some time. It is a complex issue with no easy answers. However, it is clear that the new law is a significant step towards making Ukrainian the dominant language in Ukraine..
Here are some additional details about the new law:.
* It applies to all schools in Ukraine, including private schools..
* Schools will have until September 2023 to implement the new law..
* There are some exceptions to the new law, such as schools in areas where the majority of students are not Ukrainian speakers..
* The law does not prohibit the teaching of other languages in schools. However, Ukrainian must be the primary language of instruction..
The new law is likely to have a significant impact on the education system in Ukraine. It is too early to say what the long-term effects of the law will be. However, it is clear that the law is a major step towards making Ukrainian the dominant language in Ukraine..
