Constitution of India Released in Santhali Language Using Ol Chiki Script to Empower Tribal Communities
President Droupadi Murmu recently released the Santhali translation of the Constitution of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The translation uses the Ol Chiki script, which is the traditional script for the Santhali language. This initiative aims to enable the Santhali-speaking tribal population, primarily located in Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, and Bihar, to better understand their fundamental rights and the nation's legal framework. The move is seen as a significant step toward linguistic inclusion and the preservation of tribal heritage, ensuring that the country's foundational document is accessible to all citizens in their mother tongue.
Key Points
- The Santhali version of the Constitution is written in the Ol Chiki script.
- Santhali is a major tribal language spoken in the states of Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, and Bihar.
- This initiative promotes linguistic diversity and constitutional awareness among tribal communities.
- The release ceremony was attended by the Vice President and the Union Minister for Law and Justice.
Exam Facts
- Santhali is one of the languages included in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution.
- The Ol Chiki script was created by Pandit Raghunath Murmu.
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