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Who introduced two language policy in Tamilnadu?
In the 1950s DMK continued its anti-Hindi policies along with the secessionist demand for Dravida Nadu. On 28 January 1956, Annadurai along with Periyar and Rajaji signed a resolution passed by the Academy of Tamil Culture endorsing the continuation of English as the official language.
What is the second official language of Tamil Nadu?
Tamil
Tamil Nadu/Languages
When was Official Language Act 1963 passed?
Language
| Act ID: | 196319 |
|---|---|
| Enactment Date: | 1963-05-10 |
| Act Year: | 1963 |
| Short Title: | The Official Languages Act, 1963 |
| Long Title: | An Act to provide for the languages which may be used for the official purposes of the Union, for transaction of business in Parliament, for Central and State Acts and for certain purposes in High Courts. |
Which language has status of national language in India?
Hindi
The Indian constitution, in 1950, declared Hindi in Devanagari script to be the official language of the union. Unless Parliament decided otherwise, the use of English for official purposes was to cease 15 years after the constitution came into effect, i.e., on 26 January 1965.
When was Tamil declared as official language?
In 2004 Tamil was declared a classical language of India, meaning that it met three criteria: its origins are ancient; it has an independent tradition; and it possesses a considerable body of ancient literature. In the early 21st century more than 66 million people were Tamil speakers.
Why the Government of India has not imposed any language as an official language for the whole nation?
OTHER RELEVANT ANSWER) 1) India being a nation of people speaking several languages, it was difficult to single out one language that would deem as the official language. 4) States have been given the power to specify their official languages that can include their native languages as well.
What is Official Language Act 1963 UPSC?
What is the Official Language Resolution? As per Article 343(1) of the Constitution of India, Hindi in Devanagari script shall be the official language of the Union. Accordingly, the Official Languages Act, 1963 was passed which provided for the continued use of English even after the said date in 1965.
What are the three reactions to following language policy?
Here are three reactions to the language policy followed in India. The policy of accommodation has strengthened national unity. Language based states have divided us by making everyone conscious of their language. The language policy has only helped to consolidate the dominance of English over all other languages.