CHENNAI: The Madras High Court has taken a major concern by directing the Union government to respond to a petition challenging the use of Hindi and Sanskrit names for three recently introduced criminal Acts. Advocate B Ramkumar Adityan has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL), arguing that these titles limit comprehension for non-Hindi-speaking communities and may breach constitutional principles.

Adityan's petition emphasizes the necessity for these Acts to be named in English as well, ensuring clarity and accessibility for all citizens, especially those unfamiliar with Hindi and Sanskrit. According to census data from 2011, only 3.93 lakh people in Tamil Nadu speak Hindi, highlighting the potential difficulty in understanding legal matters when presented in unfamiliar languages.

The issue is crucial for legal professionals, law officers, and judicial authorities who may face challenges interpreting laws titled in languages they do not understand. Adityan contends that the government's decision to mandate Hindi and Sanskrit titles could infringe upon fundamental rights by restricting access and creating confusion.

The Madras High Court has scheduled further hearings on July 23 to delve deeper into this contentious matter.

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