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What is the primary language spoken by most Bengalis?
Where is the largest population of Bengalis located?
Which ethnic group is larger than Bengalis in the world?
Apart from Bangladesh, where else do Bengali-majority populations reside?
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Which Indian state does not have a significant Bengali population?
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Study Notes
Language and Demographics
- The primary language spoken by most Bengalis is Bengali (Bangla), which is part of the Indo-Aryan language family.
- The largest population of Bengalis is located in Bangladesh, which has approximately 165 million residents.
Global Context
- The Chinese ethnic group is larger than Bengalis, making it the largest ethnic group in the world.
- Significant Bengali-majority populations also reside in the Indian state of West Bengal and the Indian union territory of Tripura.
Regional Distribution
- Indian states without a significant Bengali population include Assam, although there are pockets of Bengali communities.
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Test your knowledge about the vibrant culture, history, and traditions of the Bengali people with this quiz. Explore topics such as language, cuisine, literature, and regional influences from the Bengal region of South Asia.
