A video from May 2023 resurfaced showing a heated argument in Patna High Court where a judge dismissed a case citing difficulty with Hindi, while the lawyer protested his own struggle with English. The incident highlights language barriers and sparks calls for judicial reforms in India.
The Supreme Court of India dismissed a petition to conduct court proceedings in Hindi, emphasizing the constitutional mandate of English as the official language. Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud questioned the rationale for prioritizing Hindi and reaffirmed the importance of Article 348, ensuring consistency in legal matters amidst India’s linguistic diversity.
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The Supreme Court of India reinforced the use of English as the official language for court proceedings, raising concerns about the growing use of Hindi. This has sparked debates about language inclusivity in the legal system. The bench made it clear that all proceedings must be conducted in English unless specified otherwise by Parliament, with the Chief Justice also advocating for the use of regional languages to enhance justice delivery.
Former Chief Justice of India and former Kerala Governor K Sathasivam praised new criminal laws but struggled with their Sanskrit names. He plans to request the union minister to keep the English nomenclature. The Kerala High Court will hear a case on this issue on July 26 and has also questioned the use of Sanskrit titles.
Today, On 29th May, The Kerala High Court examined a PIL challenging the use of Hindi names for new criminal laws, questioning if Parliament-mandated laws must be named in English. Article 348 of the Indian Constitution is under scrutiny, with advocate PV Jeevesh arguing that this naming violates constitutional provisions. The next hearing is scheduled for July 26.