The Khmer script is derived from the Indian Brahmi script, which was brought to Southeast Asia by Indian traders and missionaries.

The earliest known inscriptions in the Khmer script date back to the 7th century CE, during the reign of King Jayavarman I.

The Khmer script was used for a variety of purposes, including religious texts, administrative records, and literary works.

The Khmer script is an abugida, where each consonant has an inherent vowel. It also has a complex system of diacritics to modify the pronunciation of consonants and vowels. Additionally, it is written from left to right.

Khmer is the national language of Cambodia and is spoken by the majority of the population.

The Khmer script is also used in Thailand, particularly in the northeastern region near the Cambodian border.

The Khmer script was the script of the Khmer Empire, one of the most powerful empires in Southeast Asia. It is still used today in Cambodia and Thailand, and it is a valuable source of information about the history and culture of Southeast Asia.

The Khmer script faces a number of challenges today, including the rise of English as a global language, the influence of other Southeast Asian scripts, and the lack of digital resources for the Khmer script.

Efforts are being made to preserve and promote the Khmer script, including promoting its use in schools and government documents, declaring it a World Heritage Site, and developing digital resources.

You can contribute to the preservation and promotion of the Khmer script by learning the script, using it in your daily life, and supporting organizations that are working to preserve and promote the script.