Language Policy and Its Effect on Indigenous Language Maintenance

Author(s)	Dr. Marimuthu A
Country	India
Abstract	This study explores the impact of national and regional language policies on the maintenance and revitalization of indigenous languages. Drawing on a combination of policy analysis and qualitative interviews with community members, educators, and local language activists, the research examines how official language planning either supports or hinders intergenerational transmission of indigenous languages. This research contributes to the broader sociolinguistic understanding of language maintenance by demonstrating that sustainable language preservation depends on both institutional support and community engagement. The paper concludes with recommendations for policymakers to develop inclusive, actionable strategies that reflect the linguistic rights and cultural identities of indigenous populations.
Keywords	Indigenous languages, Language policy, Language maintenance, Language revitalization , Sociolinguistics
Field	Sociology > Linguistic / Literature
Published In	Volume 16, Issue 4, October-December 2025
Published On	2025-10-22
DOI	https://doi.org/10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i4.8910
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g97s6r

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