Languages of Sikkim

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Which language is the official language of Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nepali is the official language of Sikkim, as per the Sikkim Official Languages Act, 1977.

Which language is spoken by the majority of the population in Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nepali is spoken by the majority of the population in Sikkim, as it is the official language and is widely used in education, government, and media.

Which language is spoken by the Bhutia people of Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bhutia is spoken by the Bhutia people of Sikkim, who are one of the indigenous communities of the state.

Which language is spoken by the Lepcha people of Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lepcha is spoken by the Lepcha people of Sikkim, who are another indigenous community of the state.

Which language is considered to be the original language of Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lepcha is considered to be the original language of Sikkim, as it is spoken by the Lepcha people, who are believed to be the earliest inhabitants of the state.

Which language is used in the traditional religious ceremonies and rituals of Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lepcha is used in the traditional religious ceremonies and rituals of Sikkim, as it is considered to be the sacred language of the Lepcha people.

Which language is taught as a compulsory subject in schools in Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nepali is taught as a compulsory subject in schools in Sikkim, as it is the official language of the state.

Which language is used in the local newspapers and media outlets in Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nepali is used in the local newspapers and media outlets in Sikkim, as it is the official language and is widely understood by the majority of the population.

Which language is used in the state government offices and official documents in Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nepali is used in the state government offices and official documents in Sikkim, as it is the official language of the state.

Which language is used in the courts and legal proceedings in Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nepali is used in the courts and legal proceedings in Sikkim, as it is the official language of the state.

Which language is used in the tourism industry and hospitality sector in Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nepali is used in the tourism industry and hospitality sector in Sikkim, as it is the official language and is widely understood by the majority of the population.

Which language is used in the trade and commerce activities in Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nepali is used in the trade and commerce activities in Sikkim, as it is the official language and is widely understood by the majority of the population.

Which language is used in the cultural and literary activities in Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nepali is used in the cultural and literary activities in Sikkim, as it is the official language and is widely understood by the majority of the population.

Which language is used in the religious and spiritual activities in Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lepcha is used in the religious and spiritual activities in Sikkim, as it is considered to be the sacred language of the Lepcha people.

Which language is used in the traditional music and dance performances in Sikkim?

  1. Nepali

  2. Sikkimese

  3. Bhutia

  4. Lepcha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lepcha is used in the traditional music and dance performances in Sikkim, as it is considered to be the sacred language of the Lepcha people.

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