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Official Language: Constitutional Provisions

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Part XVII (Articles 343–351) deals with India’s linguistic policies. Hindi in Devanagari script is the official Union language, with English recognized for official purposes pending legislative extension. States may adopt their own official languages. The Constitution promotes Hindi’s development while respecting linguistic diversity. Article 347 allows the President to recognize minority languages for official use in states. Continuous debates exist on imposing Hindi vs. maintaining English for pan-Indian communication. The Official Languages Act, 1963, extends English usage, balancing national unity and cultural plurality. Understanding this domain clarifies the complexities of multilingual governance in a federal, diverse nation.

Practice Questions

न्यायिक समीक्षा मुख्यतः किन के खिलाफ की जाती है?

Which amendment of the Indian Constitution gave the Right to Education a fundamental right?

कार्यपालिका और विधानपालिका के बीच संतुलन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

Which of the following is a power of the Vice President of India?

संघीय ढांचे में केंद्र और राज्य सरकारों के बीच शक्ति का विभाजन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

What is the maximum number of members in the Legislative Council of a state?

What is the minimum age required to become the President of India?

उच्च न्यायालयों का गठन किस आधार पर किया जाता है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the protection of rights of minorities?

किस संविधान संशोधन ने संसद में महिलाओं के आरक्षण का प्रस्ताव रखा?