The document discusses various aspects of language policy in India such as constitutional provisions, implementation of language in education and government use. Some key points include:
- The Indian constitution recognizes Hindi and English as the official languages for the union government, while allowing regional languages to be used in states.
- Hindi is to gradually replace English over a period of time, but only 85% of legislation has been drafted in Hindi so far reflecting its continuing use.
- Regional languages are given importance in education, with three language formula implemented across states involving the local language, Hindi and English.
- States are also allowed to function in their respective official regional languages, in addition to Hindi and English at the union level. Overall