Article 350 of CoI : Article 350: Language to be used in representations for redress of grievances.
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Explanation using Example
Example 1:
Ravi, a resident of Tamil Nadu, faces an issue with the local municipal corporation regarding improper garbage disposal in his neighborhood. He decides to file a complaint to the municipal authorities. According to Article 350 of the Constitution of India, Ravi can submit his complaint in Tamil, the official language of Tamil Nadu, even though the municipal corporation also uses English for official purposes. The authorities are required to accept and address his complaint in Tamil.
Example 2:
Asha, who lives in Maharashtra, has a grievance about the delay in her pension disbursement from a central government office located in Delhi. She is more comfortable writing in Marathi, the official language of Maharashtra. Under Article 350, Asha is entitled to submit her representation in Marathi to the central government office. The office must accept her representation in Marathi and take appropriate action to address her grievance.