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East Indian Languages: A Testament to India's Linguistic Heritage

Description: Explore the rich linguistic heritage of India by delving into the diversity of East Indian languages. Test your knowledge about their historical significance, geographical distribution, and unique features.
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Which East Indian language is considered the oldest living language in the world?

  1. Sanskrit

  2. Tamil

  3. Bengali

  4. Odia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language, is widely recognized as the oldest living language in the world, with its roots dating back to the 2nd millennium BCE.

Which East Indian language has the largest number of speakers?

  1. Hindi

  2. Bengali

  3. Marathi

  4. Telugu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi, an Indo-Aryan language, is the most widely spoken language in India and has the largest number of speakers among East Indian languages.

Which East Indian language is known for its rich classical literature?

  1. Tamil

  2. Sanskrit

  3. Odia

  4. Assamese


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil, a Dravidian language, has a rich classical literature dating back to the Sangam period (3rd century BCE to 3rd century CE).

Which East Indian language is spoken in the state of Odisha?

  1. Odia

  2. Bengali

  3. Assamese

  4. Maithili


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Odia, an Indo-Aryan language, is the official language of the state of Odisha and is spoken by a majority of its population.

Which East Indian language is closely related to Sanskrit?

  1. Hindi

  2. Marathi

  3. Gujarati

  4. Nepali


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi, an Indo-Aryan language, is closely related to Sanskrit and shares many similarities in grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.

Which East Indian language is spoken in the state of West Bengal?

  1. Bengali

  2. Odia

  3. Assamese

  4. Maithili


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bengali, an Indo-Aryan language, is the official language of the state of West Bengal and is spoken by a majority of its population.

Which East Indian language is known for its unique script?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Kannada

  4. Malayalam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil, a Dravidian language, has a unique script that is distinct from other Indian scripts and is used to write Tamil literature and inscriptions.

Which East Indian language is spoken in the state of Assam?

  1. Assamese

  2. Bengali

  3. Odia

  4. Maithili


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Assamese, an Indo-Aryan language, is the official language of the state of Assam and is spoken by a majority of its population.

Which East Indian language is known for its rich folk literature?

  1. Maithili

  2. Bhojpuri

  3. Magadhi

  4. Angika


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maithili, an Indo-Aryan language, has a rich folk literature that includes traditional stories, songs, and ballads.

Which East Indian language is spoken in the state of Bihar?

  1. Bhojpuri

  2. Maithili

  3. Magadhi

  4. Angika


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhojpuri, an Indo-Aryan language, is widely spoken in the state of Bihar and is the native language of a significant portion of its population.

Which East Indian language is known for its unique grammatical features?

  1. Magadhi

  2. Angika

  3. Vajjika

  4. Kurukh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Magadhi, an Indo-Aryan language, is known for its unique grammatical features, including the use of certain verb forms and the retention of archaic vocabulary.

Which East Indian language is spoken in the state of Jharkhand?

  1. Angika

  2. Vajjika

  3. Kurukh

  4. Santhali


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Angika, an Indo-Aryan language, is spoken in the state of Jharkhand and is the native language of a significant portion of its population.

Which East Indian language is known for its rich oral tradition?

  1. Vajjika

  2. Kurukh

  3. Santhali

  4. Mundari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vajjika, an Indo-Aryan language, has a rich oral tradition that includes folk tales, legends, and songs.

Which East Indian language is spoken in the state of Chhattisgarh?

  1. Kurukh

  2. Santhali

  3. Mundari

  4. Gondi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kurukh, a Dravidian language, is spoken in the state of Chhattisgarh and is the native language of the Kurukh people.

Which East Indian language is known for its unique vocabulary?

  1. Santhali

  2. Mundari

  3. Gondi

  4. Korku


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Santhali, a Munda language, has a unique vocabulary that includes words related to the natural world, agriculture, and traditional practices.

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