President Murmu releases Constitution of India in Santhali language
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Why in news
President Droupadi Murmu released the Constitution of India in the Santhali language in the Ol Chiki script to promote inclusivity during the document's centenary year.
Background
The Constitution was released in the Santhali language at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The release was facilitated by the Ministry of Law and Justice under Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceRashtrapati Bhavan: Venue for the release of the Santhali version of the Constitution
- FactSanthali: An ancient and widely spoken tribal language in India
- FactOl Chiki: The script used for the Santhali language version of the Constitution
- PostArjun Ram Meghwal: Union Minister of Law and Justice
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of translating the Constitution into tribal languages in promoting inclusive governance and constitutional literacy among marginalized communities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Linguistic inclusivity: Bridging the gap between legal frameworks and tribal populations
- Constitutional literacy: Enhancing awareness of fundamental rights in non-dominant languages
- Cultural preservation: Validating tribal scripts like Ol Chiki in official state documentation
Keywords: Inclusive Governance · Constitutional Literacy · Linguistic Diversity · Tribal Empowerment · Legal Accessibility
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