The Home Ministry has approved the use of 13 regional languages, in addition to Hindi and English, for the constable (General Duty) examination for Central Armed Police Forces. This decision was made to encourage local youths to join the CAPF and promote regional languages. The CAPFs include the CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP, SSB, and NSG. The question paper will now be available in Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Marathi, Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Odia, Urdu, Punjabi, Manipuri, and Konkani. There are many States/UTs where medium of education is regional language only. With competitive exams only in English or Hindi is too much for the locals who are simply not versed with these two languages. Government decision is historic as it will give new wings to regional youth to fulfil their dreams. Exams in regional languages are essential to promote linguistic diversity, empower local youths, and provide equal opportunities for all to access education and job opportunities. By allowing exams to be conducted in regional languages, students who are more comfortable with their mother tongue can better express themselves and demonstrate their knowledge and skills. This can lead to improved academic performance, higher confidence, and better employment prospects. This decision will enable lakhs of aspirants to take the examination in their mother tongue and improve their selection prospects. The examination in these languages will start from next year. The State Governments and Union Territory administrations are expected to encourage local youths to take the examination in their mother tongue and participate in large numbers. Promoting regional languages can foster a sense of pride and identity among local communities. Home Ministry deserves much appreciation for this long due decision.
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