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21 February 2026

Source-linked daily analysis with Prelims MCQs and Mains practice. Each story distinguishes its source date from this study edition.

ImportantGovernance

Regional-language Constitution editions released

GS II

In the news

Updated Gujarati and Tamil versions of the Constitution were released on International Mother Language Day.

Key facts

  • The event also released the eighth English–Hindi Legal Glossary; the Legislative Department led the translation work.

Why it matters for UPSC

Editorial relevance: Accessible legal language can strengthen constitutional literacy and meaningful access to justice.

Mains practice

How does linguistic accessibility strengthen constitutional democracy?