Constitution of India · Section Article 350
Language to be used in representations for redress of grievances
Article 350 — Language to be used in representations for redress of grievances
- Language to be used in representations for redress of grievances.—Every person shall be entitled to submit a representation for the redress of any grievance to any officer or authority of the Union or a State in any of the languages used in the Union or in the State, as the case may be. 350A. Facilities for instruction in mother-tongue at primary stage.—It shall be the endeavour of every State and of every local authority within the State to provide adequate facilities for instruction in the mother-tongue at the primary stage of education to children belonging to linguistic minority groups; and the President may issue such directions to any State as he considers necessary or proper for securing the provision of such facilities.
Plain English Summary
This article ensures that anyone can submit a complaint or request (representation) to any government office, whether it is at the central (Union) level or state level, using any language spoken in that Union or State. Furthermore, it encourages states to provide education in the mother tongue for children belonging to linguistic minority groups at the primary school level.
Key Points
- Language of Grievance: You have the right to submit a complaint in any language used by the Union or a specific State.
- Accessibility: Government officers must accept representations submitted in the local languages.
- Mother-Tongue Education: States and local authorities must try to provide schooling in the mother tongue for children from linguistic minority groups at the primary level.
- Presidential Direction: The President can issue orders to states to ensure these educational facilities are provided.
Why It Matters
This article promotes fairness by ensuring that language barriers do not prevent citizens from seeking justice or redressal of grievances from the government. It also supports linguistic diversity by safeguarding the right to education in one's native language.
Landmark Judgements
No major landmark judgements.