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How many speakers did Marathi have as of 2011?
What is the official language of Maharashtra?
Which dialects are mentioned in the text?
Where does Marathi rank in the list of languages with most native speakers in the world?
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From which early form is Marathi derived?
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Which is the official language of Maharashtra?
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How many speakers did Marathi have as of 2011?
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Where does Marathi rank in the list of languages with most native speakers in the world?
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Which language has the third largest number of native speakers in India?
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Study Notes
Marathi Language Overview
- Marathi had approximately 83 million speakers as of 2011.
- The official language of Maharashtra is Marathi.
- Major dialects of Marathi include Varhadi, Malvani, and other regional variants.
Global and National Context
- Marathi ranks 19th in the list of languages with the most native speakers in the world.
- It is the third largest language by number of native speakers in India, following Hindi and Bengali.
Historical Context
- Marathi is derived from an early form of the language known as Prakrit.
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Test your knowledge about the Indo-Aryan language predominantly spoken by Marathi people in the Indian state of Maharashtra. Learn about its official status, number of speakers, and its significance in India.
