What is the significance of adding the Santhali language to the Eighth Schedule through the Constitution (Ninety-second Amendment) Act, 2003?
The significance of adding the Santhali language to the Eighth Schedule through the Constitution (Ninety-second Amendment) Act, 2003 is that it recognizes and acknowledges the cultural and linguistic distinctiveness of the Santhali community in India. By including their language in the Eighth Schedule, it gives official status to Santhali, which means it will be used in government communication and educational materials, ensuring its preservation and promotion among the people who speak it.