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Decoding Haryanvi: The Language of the Haryana Region

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Which of the following is the official language of the Haryana state in India?

  1. Hindi

  2. Punjabi

  3. Haryanvi

  4. English


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi is the official language of the Haryana state, along with English.

Haryanvi is primarily spoken in which region of India?

  1. Punjab

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Haryana


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Haryanvi is predominantly spoken in the Haryana region of India.

Haryanvi is a dialect of which language?

  1. Hindi

  2. Punjabi

  3. Marathi

  4. Gujarati


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Haryanvi is considered a dialect of the Hindi language.

What is the approximate number of speakers of Haryanvi worldwide?

  1. 10 million

  2. 20 million

  3. 30 million

  4. 40 million


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Haryanvi is spoken by approximately 20 million people worldwide.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Haryanvi?

  1. Nasalization

  2. Tonal variations

  3. Retroflex consonants

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Haryanvi is characterized by nasalization, tonal variations, and retroflex consonants.

Which word in Haryanvi means 'brother'?

  1. Bhai

  2. Veer

  3. Bhau

  4. Dada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Haryanvi, the word 'Bhai' is used to address or refer to a brother.

What is the Haryanvi word for 'sister'?

  1. Behen

  2. Bahan

  3. Didi

  4. Saali


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Haryanvi word for 'sister' is 'Bahan'.

Which of the following is a common greeting in Haryanvi?

  1. Namaste

  2. Sat Sri Akal

  3. Jai Jinendra

  4. Khamma Ghani


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The common greeting in Haryanvi is 'Sat Sri Akal', which means 'May God be praised'.

Which Haryanvi word means 'very good' or 'excellent'?

  1. Bahut Vadiya

  2. Zabardast

  3. Shukar Hai

  4. Sahi Hai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Haryanvi word 'Bahut Vadiya' means 'very good' or 'excellent'.

What is the Haryanvi word for 'thank you'?

  1. Dhanyawad

  2. Shukriya

  3. Aabhar

  4. Dharmik


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Haryanvi, 'Dhanyawad' is used to express gratitude and means 'thank you'.

Which Haryanvi word means 'goodbye' or 'farewell'?

  1. Alvida

  2. Vida

  3. Chalo

  4. Namaste


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Haryanvi word 'Vida' is used to say 'goodbye' or 'farewell'.

Which of the following is a traditional Haryanvi folk dance?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Giddha

  3. Raas Leela

  4. Lavani


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Giddha is a traditional Haryanvi folk dance performed by women during festivals and celebrations.

What is the name of the traditional Haryanvi musical instrument?

  1. Dhol

  2. Tabla

  3. Sitar

  4. Sarangi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dhol is a traditional Haryanvi musical instrument, a double-headed drum played during festivals and celebrations.

Which Haryanvi dish is known for its spicy and tangy flavor?

  1. Chole Bhature

  2. Kadhi Chawal

  3. Saag Paneer

  4. Mirchi Ka Salan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mirchi Ka Salan is a popular Haryanvi dish made with green chilies, yogurt, and spices, known for its spicy and tangy taste.

What is the name of the traditional Haryanvi sweet dish?

  1. Jalebi

  2. Gulab Jamun

  3. Rasgulla

  4. Peda


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Peda is a traditional Haryanvi sweet dish made from condensed milk and flavored with cardamom and saffron.

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