Schools in West Bengal Must Sing Vande Mataram

May 14, 2026, 21:07
IndiaPolitics

Introduction

The government of West Bengal says all state schools must sing the song 'Vande Mataram' every morning.

Main Body

Students must sing this song before classes start. The government wants to make sure all schools do this. Some schools might use videos to show they follow the rule. The new leaders love this song. They say it is important for the country. The old leaders liked a different song about the local land and water. Some teachers and experts are worried. They say some parts of the song talk about religion. They think this is not right for a secular school. Teachers also need to know when to sing the national anthem.

Conclusion

The government now requires this song in schools to follow national rules.

Learning

⚑ The 'Must' Rule

In this story, we see a word that is very strong: must.

When you want to say something is a rule (100% necessary), use must + action.

  • Schools must sing...
  • Students must sing...

How to use it: I must study β†’ (It is a rule/necessity) You must go β†’ (It is a command)

πŸ•’ Now vs. Then

Look at how the text describes people:

  1. New leaders β†’\rightarrow love this song (Present/Now)
  2. Old leaders β†’\rightarrow liked a different song (Past/Then)

Pattern: Love (Now) β†’\rightarrow Liked (Past)

If it happened yesterday, just add -ed to the end of the action word!

Vocabulary Learning

government (n.)
The group of people who control a country or state.
Example:The government announced new rules for schools.
schools (n.)
Places where children learn and study.
Example:Students go to schools every day.
sing (v.)
To make music with your voice.
Example:They will sing the national anthem.
students (n.)
People who are learning at a school.
Example:The students listened carefully to the teacher.
classes (n.)
Periods of learning in school.
Example:After lunch, the students had their classes.
leaders (n.)
People who guide or direct others.
Example:The leaders decided to change the school policy.
important (adj.)
Something that is very useful or has great value.
Example:It is important to follow the rules.
teachers (n.)
People who teach students in school.
Example:Teachers help students understand the lesson.
religion (n.)
A set of beliefs and practices about a higher power.
Example:Some parts of the song talk about religion.
national (adj.)
Relating to a country as a whole.
Example:The national anthem is sung in schools.