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Which language holds the status of the official language of India?
Which language holds the status of the official language of India?
Which of the following languages is NOT listed among the prominent languages of India?
Which of the following languages is NOT listed among the prominent languages of India?
In which region is the language Maithili primarily spoken?
In which region is the language Maithili primarily spoken?
Which of the following articles in the Indian Constitution relates to language?
Which of the following articles in the Indian Constitution relates to language?
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What is the primary reason for languages like Bengali and Kannada being classified under the Eighth Schedule?
What is the primary reason for languages like Bengali and Kannada being classified under the Eighth Schedule?
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Study Notes
Languages in India
- Sanskrit is a classical language.
- Prakrit is a language related to Sanskrit.
- Pali, Apabhramsha, and Sauraseni Apabhramsha are derived from Prakrit.
- Hindi is also a derived language.
- Hindi is spoken in many states.
- The Constitution of India lists 22 languages and dialects.
- The 8th Schedule of the Constitution details the languages in India.
- Hindi is a major language in the country.
- Article 343 to 351 of the Constitution of India describe the language.
- Hindi is considered a national language.
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Description
This quiz explores the diverse languages spoken in India, including classical and modern languages like Sanskrit and Hindi. Uncover the significance of the 22 languages listed in the Constitution of India and learn about their historical relationships. Test your knowledge about the linguistic landscape of the country.
