Should Hindi be accepted as the consensus language of work in India

Discussion on the proposal to adopt Hindi as the primary language for official work with a general consensus.
  • Hindi is spoken by a large portion of the Indian population, making it a widely understood language.
  • Adopting Hindi as the official language can promote unity and coherence among the diverse linguistic groups in India.
  • Using Hindi as the primary language for official work can streamline administrative processes and communication within the government.
  • However, India is a linguistically diverse country with many regional languages spoken across different states.
  • Imposing Hindi as the sole language may alienate those who do not speak or understand the language, leading to potential unrest and division.
  • Therefore, a balanced approach that respects the diversity of languages in India while promoting Hindi as one of the official languages may be more appropriate.
Answered 8 months ago
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