The Tamil Nadu Official Language Act, 1956, establishes Tamil as the primary official language of the State of Tamil Nadu. It mandates the use of Tamil for government administration, legislative documents, and judicial proceedings, including the recording of evidence and the writing of judgments. While the Act prioritizes Tamil, it acknowledges the practical necessity of English, allowing its continued use until the government issues specific notifications to transition to Tamil. The Act provides a structured framework for this linguistic shift, ensuring that the judiciary and legislature can function effectively while gradually adopting the state language for all official purposes.
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Chronological legislative evolution of The Tamil Nadu Official Language Act, 1956 across statutory gazettes and amending Acts.