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Official Languages Commission Act (No. 18 of 1991) - Sect 6

Objects of the Commission

6. The general objects of the Commission shall be"
(a) to recommend principles of policy, relating to the use of the Official Languages, and to monitor and supervise compliance with the provisions contained in Chapter IV of the Constitution;
(b) to take all such actions and measures as are necessary to ensure the use of the languages referred to in Article 18 of the Constitution (hereinafter referred to as " the relevant languages ") in accordance with the spirit and intent of Chapter IV of the Constitution;
(c) to promote the appreciation of the Official Languages and the acceptance, maintenance, and continuance of their status, equality and right of use;
(d) to conduct investigations, both on its own initiative, and in response to any complaints received, and to take remedial action as provided for, by the provisions of this Act.


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