Which of the following articles of the Constitution states that the official language of the Union shall be Hindi in the Devanagari script?

A343(1) ✓ Correct

B356

C75

D351

Correct answer: (A) 343(1)

Explanation

Article 343(1) declares Hindi in the Devanagari script as the official language of the Union.

Article 356 deals with the failure of constitutional machinery in a state.

Article 75 concerns the appointment of ministers, not language.

Article 351 directs the development of Hindi rather than declaring it official.

The same article also provided for the continued use of English.

Language provisions form a distinct part of the Constitution.

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