Hindi Language Quiz
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Where is Hindi primarily spoken?

  • East India
  • West India
  • South India
  • North India (correct)

What is Hindi described as, in relation to the Hindustani language?

  • Standardised and Sanskritised register (correct)
  • Influential and dominant language
  • Old and obsolete dialect
  • Simplified and modernized form

Which script is used to write Hindi?

  • Latin
  • Devanagari (correct)
  • Cyrillic
  • Arabic

How many official languages does the Government of India recognize?

<p>Two (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In how many states is Hindi an official language?

<p>Nine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the pronunciation of Hindi words?

<p>Hindi words are pronounced as they are written down</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the official languages of India?

<p>English and Hindi</p> Signup and view all the answers

From which language have many English words been borrowed?

<p>Hindi</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the oldest language in India?

<p>Hindi</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many languages are thought to exist in India?

<p>More than a thousand</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Where is Hindi spoken?

Primarily spoken in North India.

Hindi's linguistic type?

A standardised and Sanskritised register of Hindustani.

Hindi's writing script?

Devanagari is the script used to write Hindi

India's official languages?

The Government of India recognizes two official languages.

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Hindi's official state count?

Hindi is an official language in nine states.

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Hindi pronunciation rule?

Hindi words are pronounced exactly as they are written.

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India's official languages?

English and Hindi are the official languages of India.

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English's borrowed words?

Many English words have been borrowed from Hindi.

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Number of languages in India?

There are thought to be more than a thousand languages in India.

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Study Notes

Overview of Languages in India

  • India is home to over a thousand languages, depending on the definition.
  • The country lacks a national language; however, Hindi and English serve as official languages for government use.

Significance of Hindi

  • Hindi is widely spoken and understood by the majority of India's population, making it a crucial language in the country.
  • Each letter of the Hindi alphabet represents a unique sound, contributing to phonetic clarity in pronunciation.

Phonetics of Hindi

  • Hindi words are pronounced as they are written, reducing the likelihood of pronunciation errors compared to English.

Influence on English Vocabulary

  • Numerous English words are derived from Hindi, showcasing its impact on the language. Examples include:
    • Bandanna
    • Bungalow
    • Dinghy
    • Jungle
    • Khaki
    • Loot
    • Mantra
    • Punch
    • Pyjamas
    • Sorbet
    • Shampoo
    • Typhoon
    • Yoga

Historical Context

  • Hindi is recognized as the oldest language in India, reflecting the rich linguistic heritage of the region.

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Test your knowledge of the Hindi language with this quiz. From the script to its regional influence, see how much you know about this Indo-Aryan language spoken in North India.

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