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    Question

    The Eighth Schedule of the Constitution lists recognized

    languages. Which of the following is a constitutional consequence of a language being included in the Eighth Schedule?
    A The language becomes the official language of the Union. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The State must adopt that language as medium of instruction. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The President may appoint a Commission to look into the language, and citizens have the right to use that language in certain competitive exams and for representation; inclusion influences policy on language promotion but does not automatically change official language status. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The language entry automatically alters the First Schedule territory borders. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Inclusion merges that language’s speakers into a separate state. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Eighth Schedule of the Constitution lists languages recognized for constitutional purposes. Inclusion in the Eighth Schedule facilitates the development and promotion of a language, including its use in competitive examinations and representation in the Official Language Commission under Article 344. However, inclusion does not automatically make a language an official language of the Union under Part XVII. Hindi and English derive their official status from Articles 343 and 343(2), not the Eighth Schedule. The Supreme Court has clarified that language policy remains a matter of legislative and constitutional choice, balancing cultural recognition with administrative practicality

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