How did the Royal Academy of the Basque Language help standardize Basque?

The Royal Academy of the Basque Language, known as Euskaltzaindia, played a pivotal role in the standardization of the Basque language by developing and promoting a written standard known as Euskara Batua, or "Unified Basque."1

Prior to these efforts, Basque existed as a collection of diverse dialects without a widely accepted written form, which hindered its use in formal education and modern communication. By establishing Euskara Batua, the Academy provided a cohesive linguistic framework that allowed the language to function effectively in contemporary society, including its use as a vehicle for primary education. This unified standard has achieved widespread, though not universal, acceptance, helping the language survive in the face of historical pressure from dominant languages like Spanish and French.1