Learning Kannada can be a fascinating journey, and understanding the vocabulary related to government and law is vital for anyone interested in the administrative and legislative structures of Karnataka. Here is a selection of Kannada words that will help you discuss subjects related to governance and legal affairs:

ಸರ್ಕಾರ (sarkāra) – Government
The organ responsible for the governance and administration of the state or country.
ನಮ್ಮ ಸರ್ಕಾರ ಹೊಸ ಯೋಜನೆಯನ್ನು ಜಾರಿ ಮಾಡಿದೆ.
(Our government has implemented a new scheme.)

ಸಂವಿಧಾನ (sanvidhāna) – Constitution
The system of fundamental principles according to which a state or other organization is governed.
ಭಾರತದ ಸಂವಿಧಾನ ಮಹತ್ತರವಾದದ್ದು.
(India’s constitution is magnificent.)

ನ್ಯಾಯಾಲಯ (nyāyālaya) – Court
A tribunal presided over by judges, magistrates, or other judicial officers where legal disputes are adjudicated.
ಆರೋಪಿಯನ್ನು ನ್ಯಾಯಾಲಯಕ್ಕೆ ಕರೆತರಲಾಯಿತು.
(The accused was brought to court.)

ನ್ಯಾಯಾಧೀಶ (nyāyādhīsha) – Judge
An official appointed to decide cases in a court of law.
ನ್ಯಾಯಾಧೀಶರು ತೀರ್ಪು ನೀಡಿದರು.
(The judge gave the verdict.)

ಸರ್ಕಾರಿ ನೌಕರ (sarkāri naukara) – Government official
A person appointed by the government to carry out responsibilities related to the administration of government services.
ಸರ್ಕಾರಿ ನೌಕರರು ಆ ದಿನ ಮುಷ್ಕರ ನಡೆಸಿದರು.
(The government officials went on strike that day.)

ಕಾನೂನು (kānūnu) – Law
A system of rules created and enforced through social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior.
ಕಾನೂನಿನನುಸಾರ ಈ ಕೃತ್ಯ ಅಕ್ರಮವಾಗಿದೆ.
(According to the law, this act is illegal.)

ಅಧಿಕಾರಿ (adhikāri) – Officer
A person holding a position of authority in a governmental or public organization.
ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಯು ಘಟನಾಸ್ಥಳಕ್ಕೆ ಆಗಮಿಸಿದರು.
(The police officer arrived at the scene of the incident.)

ವಿಧೇಯಕ (vidheyaka) – Bill (proposed law)
A draft of a proposed law presented for approval to a legislative body.
ವಿಧೇಯಕವನ್ನು ಶಾಸಕಾಂಗಕ್ಕೆ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಲಾಯಿತು.
(The bill was presented to the legislature.)

ಕ್ರಮ (krama) – Procedure
A series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end in the context of legal or government processes.
ಆಧಾರ್ ಕಾರ್ಡು ಪಡೆಯಲು ನಿಗದಿತ ಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಅನುಸರಿಸಿ.
(Follow the prescribed procedure to obtain an Aadhaar card.)

ಕೋರ್ಟ್ ಸುಮ್ಮನ್ಸ್ (koṭṭ summonsu) – Court summons
An order to appear before a judge or magistrate, or the summons itself.
ಅಪರಾಧಿಗೆ ಕೋರ್ಟ್ ಸುಮ್ಮನ್ಸ್ ಕಳುಹಿಸಲಾಯಿತು.
(The accused was sent a court summons.)

ಶಾಸನ (śāsana) – Legislation
The act of making or enacting laws; it also refers to the laws themselves.
ಹೊಸ ಶಾಸನದಿಂದ ಜನತೆಗೆ ಅನೇಕ ಲಾಭಗಳು ಆಗಿವೆ.
(The new legislation has benefited the public greatly.)

ವಕೀಲ (vakīla) – Lawyer
A person who practices or studies law; an attorney or a counselor.
ನ್ಯಾಯಾಂಗದಲ್ಲಿ ವಕೀಲರ ಪಾತ್ರ ಅತ್ಯಂತ ಮುಖ್ಯ.
(The role of lawyers in the judiciary is very important.)

By familiarizing yourself with these Kannada terms related to government and law, you can enhance your vocabulary and be better equipped to engage in discussions about the administrative and legal landscapes in Kannada-speaking regions. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll be able to navigate these topics with ease.