Question

Consider the following statements regarding language policy of Indian Federation.

1. Hindi was identified as the official language.
2. Besides Hindi, there are 21 other languages recognized as scheduled languages.
3. English can be used along with Hindi for official purpose.

Choose the right option from the following:

Options

• 1 and 3

• 1and 2

• only 1

• 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

The Constitution identifies Hindi as the official language, the Eighth Schedule today lists 22 scheduled languages (i.e., besides Hindi, there are 21 other scheduled languages), and the Official Languages Act/official practice allows continued use of English along with Hindi for official.