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Which of the following languages is not in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India ?
Question

Which of the following languages is not in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India ?

A.

Mathili

B.

Santhali

C.

Konkani

D.

Ladakhi

Correct option is D

The Correct Answer is: (d) Ladakhi
Explanation:
The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists the official languages recognized by the Constitution of India. Initially, there were 14 languages, but through various constitutional amendments, the number has increased to 22.
Information Booster:
  • Inclusion in the Eighth Schedule enables a language to be used in official communication, UPSC exams, and Parliamentary proceedings.​

  • Article 344 & 351 deal with the Eighth Schedule.

  • Konkani – Included (added by the 71st Amendment Act, 1992)

  • Languages recently added by the 92nd Amendment Act (2003): Bodo, Santhali, Maithili, Dogri.

  • There are ongoing demands for inclusion of more languages like Bhojpuri, Rajasthani, Tulu, and Ladakhi.

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