constitutional The Constitutional Value of the Kurdish Language in Iraqi Constitutions: Constitutional foundations of the Kurdish language in Iraq

Abstract

The Kurdish language serves as a symbol of the Kurdish people and is one of the characteristics that distinguish them from other nations. Over the course of history, the Kurds have encountered numerous hardships and challenges, but they have nonetheless preserved their existence and identity, and their language has survived. The division and separation of Kurdistan greatly affected the Kurdish language, yet it was never completely eradicated. In Kurdistan - Iraq, the legal and political status of the Kurdish language was different from the other parts of Kurdistan. The periods of stability were interspersed with periods of decline. This study seeks to examine the constitutional status of the Kurdish language across Iraqi constitutions from the establishment of the Iraqi state until the 2005 Constitution. Additionally, the researcher endeavors to explore the strengths and limitations of these constitutions, examine the constitutional articles regarding the Kurdish language, and offer constructive criticism to reinforce its status and uphold its constitutional role. The study concludes with a set of findings and recommendations.