CIIL: Scholars’ meet on translation of Constitution begins
International Translation Day celebrated at CIIL in Mysuru; experts representing 11 languages come together to share experiences on translating the Constitution of India
The National Translation Mission (NTM) of the Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL) in Mysuru is organizing a two-day interactive programme titled "Reflections on the Translation of the Constitution of India" to commemorate International Translation Day on September 30. The event, which kicks off on September 29, brings together 21 translators and language experts representing 11 Indian languages, including Sanskrit, Kashmiri, Gujarati, Konkani, Sindhi, Maithili, Odia, Santhali, Assamese, Nepali, and Bodo.
The programme aims to provide a platform for translators, scholars, and the NTM resource team to discuss the linguistic, cultural, and contextual aspects of translating the Constitution of India into various Indian languages. The translations were carried out by the NTM of CIIL for the Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India.
International Translation Day recognizes the vital role of translators in facilitating communication, cultural exchange, and mutual understanding, bridging linguistic boundaries and connecting people across cultures.
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