Hindi Language and North India Quiz

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What is Hindi considered to be in relation to the Hindustani language?

Hindi has been described as a standardised and Sanskritised register of the Hindustani language, which itself is based primarily on the Khariboli dialect of Delhi and neighbouring areas of North India.

Where is Hindi commonly spoken and serves as the lingua franca?

Hindi is commonly spoken and serves as the lingua franca in North India, particularly in the Hindi Belt region encompassing parts of northern, central, eastern, and western India.

In what script is Hindi written?

Hindi is written in the Devanagari script.

How many official languages does the Government of India have, and what are they?

<p>The Government of India has two official languages: Hindi and English.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of Hindi as an official language in the Republic of India?

<p>Hindi is one of the 22 scheduled languages of the Republic of India and is an official language in nine states and three union territories, with additional official language status in three other states.</p> Signup and view all the answers