What are the challenges faced in promoting regional languages in the Indian judicial system
Highlighting the limited use of regional languages in High Courts despite the linguistic diversity in India.
- Lack of official recognition: Regional languages do not have official status in many High Courts, hindering their use in judicial proceedings.
- Inadequate translation services: Limited availability of translators proficient in regional languages poses a barrier to conducting legal proceedings in these languages.
- Linguistic diversity: India's vast linguistic diversity makes it challenging to accommodate all regional languages in the judicial system.
- Legal terminology: Standardizing legal terminology in regional languages can be complex and time-consuming.
- Resistance to change: Traditional reliance on English as the primary language of the judiciary can impede efforts to promote regional languages.
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