The Austric language family is regarded as one of the oldest language groups associated with the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Although the classification of the Austric family has been debated among linguists, it is commonly understood to include the Austroasiatic and, according to some scholars, the Austronesian language groups. In the Indian context, the Austroasiatic branch is of greater importance because several tribal communities speak these languages. The study of the Austric language family is significant in the field of translation and Indian languages because it highlights India's multilingual heritage and the challenges of translating indigenous languages into major regional and national languages. The Austroasiatic branch is divided into two major groups: the Mon-Khmer group and the Munda group. The Mon-Khmer languages are mainly spoken in Southeast Asian countries such as Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, and parts of Thailand. In India, the Khasi language of Meghalaya belongs to the Mon-Khmer group. The Munda group is spoken by several tribal communities in eastern and central India. Important Munda languages include Santali, Mundari, Ho, Bhumij, Korku, Juang, Kharia, Savara, and Gadaba. These languages are