Mains Answer Writing - 9 May, 2026

GS1

Art & Culture

10 marks

Discuss the significance of the Ol Chiki script in preserving tribal identity, linguistic diversity, and cultural heritage in India. How has constitutional recognition strengthened the status of the Santhali language?

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Tips for your answer

Use a 3-part structure:
Start with What is Ol Chiki? → then explain its role in cultural preservation and identity → conclude with constitutional recognition and contemporary relevance.
Add keywords and examples:
Mention terms like Austroasiatic language family, Guru Gomke, Eighth Schedule (92nd Amendment), linguistic diversity, tribal empowerment, and Constitution translated into Santhali (2025).
Balance culture + governance:
Do not write only about language. Link Ol Chiki with inclusive governance, preservation of indigenous knowledge, education, and democratic access to make the answer multidimensional.

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