Language and Media in India

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge about the intricate relationship between language and media in India. Explore the diverse linguistic landscape of India and its impact on media consumption, communication, and cultural expression.
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Which language is recognized as the official language of the Republic of India?

  1. Hindi

  2. English

  3. Tamil

  4. Telugu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi, along with English, is recognized as the official language of the Republic of India, as per the Constitution of India.

What is the approximate number of languages spoken in India?

  1. 22

  2. 122

  3. 222

  4. 322


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

India is home to a diverse linguistic landscape, with approximately 222 languages spoken across the country.

Which language group is the most widely spoken in India?

  1. Indo-Aryan

  2. Dravidian

  3. Sino-Tibetan

  4. Austroasiatic


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indo-Aryan language group is the most widely spoken in India, with languages like Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, and Gujarati belonging to this group.

Which state in India has the highest number of official languages?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Karnataka

  3. Odisha

  4. Telangana


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Odisha holds the distinction of having the highest number of official languages in India, with Odia, English, and Sanskrit being recognized as such.

What is the primary language used in Bollywood, India's Hindi film industry?

  1. Hindi

  2. English

  3. Tamil

  4. Telugu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi is the primary language used in Bollywood, India's Hindi film industry, catering to a vast audience across the country.

Which Indian language has the largest number of native speakers worldwide?

  1. Hindi

  2. Bengali

  3. Telugu

  4. Marathi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi has the largest number of native speakers worldwide, making it one of the most widely spoken languages globally.

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon of using multiple languages in a single conversation or text?

  1. Code-switching

  2. Diglossia

  3. Pidginization

  4. Creolization


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Code-switching refers to the practice of alternating between two or more languages in a single conversation or text, often reflecting multilingualism and cultural influences.

Which Indian language is known for its rich classical literature, including ancient epics like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata?

  1. Sanskrit

  2. Tamil

  3. Telugu

  4. Kannada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sanskrit is renowned for its classical literature, including the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, which hold significant cultural and religious importance in India.

What is the term used to describe a language that develops from the interaction of two or more languages?

  1. Pidgin

  2. Creole

  3. Dialect

  4. Accent


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A Creole language emerges when a pidgin, a simplified language used for communication between people with different native languages, develops into a fully-fledged language with native speakers.

Which Indian language is recognized as the classical language of India?

  1. Sanskrit

  2. Tamil

  3. Telugu

  4. Kannada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sanskrit holds the distinction of being recognized as the classical language of India, with a rich history and cultural significance.

What is the term used to describe the process by which a language gradually changes over time?

  1. Language Shift

  2. Language Death

  3. Language Revitalization

  4. Language Evolution


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Language Evolution refers to the gradual changes that occur in a language over time, influenced by factors such as cultural shifts, migrations, and interactions with other languages.

Which Indian language is known for its distinct script, which is different from the Devanagari script used for Hindi?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Kannada

  4. Malayalam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil is distinguished by its unique script, which is different from the Devanagari script used for Hindi and other North Indian languages.

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon of a language being spoken by a small group of people and facing the risk of extinction?

  1. Language Shift

  2. Language Death

  3. Language Revitalization

  4. Language Evolution


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Language Death refers to the process by which a language ceases to be spoken by any native speakers, leading to its extinction.

Which Indian language is known for its rich tradition of folk literature, including tales, ballads, and proverbs?

  1. Hindi

  2. Bengali

  3. Telugu

  4. Rajasthani


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rajasthani is renowned for its vibrant folk literature, which includes a wealth of tales, ballads, and proverbs that reflect the cultural heritage of the region.

What is the term used to describe the process of reviving a language that is facing the risk of extinction?

  1. Language Shift

  2. Language Death

  3. Language Revitalization

  4. Language Evolution


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Language Revitalization refers to the efforts undertaken to revive a language that is facing the threat of extinction, often involving initiatives to promote its use and teach it to younger generations.

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