Constitution of India has been translated into Santhali language
Why in news?
The Constitution of India has now been officially released in the Santhali language. This historic step was led by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in December 2025, making it possible for Santhali-speaking communities to read and understand the Constitution in their own language.
Key Highlights
- Language & Script: The Constitution is translated into Santhali, using the Ol Chiki script, which was created in the 20th century specifically for Santhali.
- Cultural Significance: The release coincided with the centenary of the Ol Chiki script, adding symbolic importance.
- Recognition: Santhali was included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution through the 92nd Amendment Act, 2003, giving it official status among India’s recognized languages.
- Impact: It strengthens constitutional awareness and democratic participation among tribal communities.
Objective
- Empowerment: Santhali-speaking people across Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, and Bihar can now access the Constitution in their mother tongue, fostering inclusivity.
- Education: It will aid students, educators, and civil society groups in spreading constitutional literacy in tribal regions.
- Identity: This strengthens cultural pride and validates the role of indigenous languages in India’s democratic framework.
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