The primary objectives of language policy in India include promoting the use of English as the official language, preserving and promoting the diversity of Indian languages, and encouraging the use of regional languages in education.

Multilingualism refers to the use of multiple languages by an individual or a community.

While multilingualism can contribute to increased trade and investment opportunities, enhanced cultural understanding and cooperation, and improved educational outcomes, it is not directly linked to reducing social and political tensions.

Language shift refers to the process of replacing one language with another in a particular context.

Geographical isolation is not a factor that can contribute to language shift. In fact, it can contribute to language maintenance.

Language revitalization refers to the process of reviving a language that is facing extinction.

Restricting the use of other languages is not a strategy for language revitalization. It is counterproductive and can lead to resentment and resistance.

Language capital refers to the economic value of language.

Natural capital is not a component of language capital.

Language capital can contribute to economic development by facilitating communication and cooperation, promoting innovation and creativity, and enhancing access to education and employment opportunities.

The resistance to language change is not a challenge to language policy and economic development in India.

The role of government in promoting language policy and economic development includes developing and implementing a clear and comprehensive language policy, providing resources for language revitalization programs, and encouraging the use of regional languages in education and employment.

Individuals and communities can contribute to language policy and economic development by using their native language in all aspects of life, supporting language revitalization programs, and advocating for the use of regional languages in education and employment.

The ultimate goal of language policy and economic development is to promote economic growth and prosperity, preserve and promote cultural diversity, and ensure social justice and equality.

Language policy and economic development can be mutually reinforcing in a number of ways. By promoting the use of local languages in education and employment, investing in language revitalization programs, and developing and implementing language policies that support the use of multiple languages, governments and communities can create a more inclusive and equitable society that is more conducive to economic development.