GS-2Editorials22 August 2026indianexpress.com

Marathi language mandate for cabs, autos is a wrong turn

The article criticizes a policy mandate requiring Marathi language proficiency for cab and auto drivers, labeling it as a 'wrong turn' in governance.

The article criticizes a policy mandate requiring Marathi language proficiency for cab and auto drivers, labeling it as a 'wrong turn' in governance.

Exam linkage

GS Paper II: Indian Polity & Governance - Fundamental Rights, Constitutional provisions, State Legislature/Executive powers.

Syllabus mapping

Indian Polity & GovernanceFundamental RightsFreedom StruggleComparative ConstitutionConstitutional BodiesLiberalization Industrial Policy

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