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Under which ministry does the Central Institute of Indian Languages Mysuru work?
Question

Under which ministry does the Central Institute of Indian Languages Mysuru work?

A.

Defence Ministry

B.

Ministry of External Affairs

C.

Ministry of Home Affairs

D.

Education Ministry

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (D) Education Ministry

Explanation:
• The Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL) located in Mysuru operates under the Ministry of Education (formerly the Ministry of Human Resource Development).
• It was established in 1969 to help evolve and implement language policies and coordinate the development of Indian languages.

Information Booster:
• CIIL focuses on research, protecting endangered languages, and promoting linguistic harmony through the teaching of non-native Indian languages.

Additional Knowledge:
• Defence Ministry (Option A): Focuses on national security and armed forces.
• Ministry of External Affairs (Option B): Handles India's diplomatic relations.
• Ministry of Home Affairs (Option C): Manages internal security, though it does have a Department of Official Language, CIIL strictly falls under Education.

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