Languages Spoken by Indian Diaspora in Myanmar

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Which language is widely spoken by the Indian diaspora in Myanmar?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Hindi

  4. Marathi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil is the most widely spoken language among the Indian diaspora in Myanmar, with a significant population of Tamil speakers in the country.

What is the approximate number of Indian diaspora in Myanmar?

  1. 100,000

  2. 200,000

  3. 300,000

  4. 400,000


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian diaspora in Myanmar is estimated to be around 200,000, making it one of the largest Indian diaspora communities in Southeast Asia.

Which Indian language is spoken by the Chettiar community in Myanmar?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Hindi

  4. Malayalam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chettiar community in Myanmar primarily speaks Tamil, as they have historical ties to the Tamil Nadu region of India.

What is the main language of instruction in Indian diaspora schools in Myanmar?

  1. English

  2. Hindi

  3. Tamil

  4. Burmese


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

English is the primary language of instruction in Indian diaspora schools in Myanmar, as it is the official language of the country and widely used in education.

Which Indian language is spoken by the Gujarati community in Myanmar?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Hindi

  4. Gujarati


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Gujarati community in Myanmar primarily speaks Gujarati, as they have historical ties to the Gujarat region of India.

What is the approximate percentage of the Indian diaspora in Myanmar who speak Tamil?

  1. 20%

  2. 30%

  3. 40%

  4. 50%


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Approximately 40% of the Indian diaspora in Myanmar speak Tamil, making it the most widely spoken Indian language in the country.

Which Indian language is spoken by the Marwari community in Myanmar?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Hindi

  4. Marwari


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Marwari community in Myanmar primarily speaks Marwari, as they have historical ties to the Rajasthan region of India.

What is the main language used in Indian diaspora religious ceremonies and festivals in Myanmar?

  1. English

  2. Hindi

  3. Tamil

  4. Burmese


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hindi is commonly used in Indian diaspora religious ceremonies and festivals in Myanmar, as it is widely understood among the Indian community and is associated with Indian culture and traditions.

Which Indian language is spoken by the Punjabi community in Myanmar?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Hindi

  4. Punjabi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Punjabi community in Myanmar primarily speaks Punjabi, as they have historical ties to the Punjab region of India.

What is the approximate percentage of the Indian diaspora in Myanmar who speak Hindi?

  1. 20%

  2. 30%

  3. 40%

  4. 50%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Approximately 30% of the Indian diaspora in Myanmar speak Hindi, making it the second most widely spoken Indian language in the country.

Which Indian language is spoken by the Sindhi community in Myanmar?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Hindi

  4. Sindhi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sindhi community in Myanmar primarily speaks Sindhi, as they have historical ties to the Sindh region of Pakistan.

What is the main language used in Indian diaspora newspapers and media outlets in Myanmar?

  1. English

  2. Hindi

  3. Tamil

  4. Burmese


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

English is commonly used in Indian diaspora newspapers and media outlets in Myanmar, as it is the official language of the country and widely used in communication and media.

Which Indian language is spoken by the Malayalam community in Myanmar?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Hindi

  4. Malayalam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Malayalam community in Myanmar primarily speaks Malayalam, as they have historical ties to the Kerala region of India.

What is the approximate percentage of the Indian diaspora in Myanmar who speak Telugu?

  1. 20%

  2. 30%

  3. 40%

  4. 50%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Approximately 20% of the Indian diaspora in Myanmar speak Telugu, making it the third most widely spoken Indian language in the country.

Which Indian language is spoken by the Bengali community in Myanmar?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Hindi

  4. Bengali


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bengali community in Myanmar primarily speaks Bengali, as they have historical ties to the Bengal region of India and Bangladesh.

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