Subject: Polity
The Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities is appointed under constitutional provisions to protect the interests of minority language communities. This role involves monitoring policies, advising the government on language issues, and ensuring that minorities have access to education and public services in their native languages.
In simple language, the officer acts as a guardian for communities speaking languages other than the majority. The vision is to create an inclusive environment where every language is respected and promoted. Recent initiatives include incorporating minority languages in government communications and education, which has been a subject of public debate and praise.
The officer’s functions extend to coordinating with state governments to implement programs that promote linguistic diversity and cultural preservation.