Languages Spoken by Indian Diaspora in Thailand

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Which of the following languages is the most widely spoken by the Indian diaspora in Thailand?

  1. Hindi

  2. Punjabi

  3. Tamil

  4. Gujarati


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi is the most widely spoken language among the Indian diaspora in Thailand, due to the large number of Indian immigrants from Hindi-speaking regions of India.

Which of the following languages is spoken by the second largest group of Indian diaspora in Thailand?

  1. Punjabi

  2. Tamil

  3. Gujarati

  4. Marathi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Punjabi is spoken by the second largest group of Indian diaspora in Thailand, due to the significant number of Sikh immigrants from Punjab, India.

Which of the following languages is spoken by the third largest group of Indian diaspora in Thailand?

  1. Tamil

  2. Gujarati

  3. Marathi

  4. Telugu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil is spoken by the third largest group of Indian diaspora in Thailand, due to the presence of a sizable Tamil community in the country.

Which of the following languages is spoken by a significant number of Indian diaspora in Thailand, but is not among the top three languages?

  1. Gujarati

  2. Marathi

  3. Telugu

  4. Malayalam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gujarati is spoken by a significant number of Indian diaspora in Thailand, particularly in the commercial and business communities.

Which of the following languages is spoken by a relatively small number of Indian diaspora in Thailand?

  1. Marathi

  2. Telugu

  3. Malayalam

  4. Kannada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Marathi is spoken by a relatively small number of Indian diaspora in Thailand, compared to the other languages mentioned.

What is the primary factor that has influenced the linguistic diversity of the Indian diaspora in Thailand?

  1. Historical migration patterns

  2. Economic opportunities

  3. Cultural assimilation

  4. Government policies


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Historical migration patterns have played a major role in shaping the linguistic diversity of the Indian diaspora in Thailand, as different groups of Indian immigrants brought their native languages with them.

How has the Indian diaspora in Thailand contributed to the preservation and promotion of their native languages?

  1. Establishing language schools

  2. Organizing cultural events

  3. Publishing newspapers and magazines

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian diaspora in Thailand has actively engaged in various efforts to preserve and promote their native languages, including establishing language schools, organizing cultural events, and publishing newspapers and magazines.

What are some of the challenges faced by the Indian diaspora in Thailand in maintaining their native languages?

  1. Lack of language resources

  2. Limited opportunities for language use

  3. Intermarriage with Thai nationals

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian diaspora in Thailand faces several challenges in maintaining their native languages, including lack of language resources, limited opportunities for language use, and intermarriage with Thai nationals.

What role does the Thai government play in supporting the linguistic diversity of the Indian diaspora?

  1. Providing language education

  2. Promoting multilingualism

  3. Encouraging cultural exchange

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Thai government has taken steps to support the linguistic diversity of the Indian diaspora, including providing language education, promoting multilingualism, and encouraging cultural exchange.

How has the linguistic diversity of the Indian diaspora in Thailand influenced the country's cultural landscape?

  1. Enriching the local cuisine

  2. Promoting religious tolerance

  3. Fostering intercultural understanding

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The linguistic diversity of the Indian diaspora in Thailand has had a positive impact on the country's cultural landscape, enriching the local cuisine, promoting religious tolerance, and fostering intercultural understanding.

Which of the following is NOT a language spoken by a significant number of Indian diaspora in Thailand?

  1. Hindi

  2. Punjabi

  3. Tamil

  4. Bengali


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bengali is not among the top languages spoken by the Indian diaspora in Thailand.

Which of the following languages is spoken by a relatively small number of Indian diaspora in Thailand, but has a significant presence in neighboring countries?

  1. Marathi

  2. Telugu

  3. Malayalam

  4. Nepali


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nepali is spoken by a relatively small number of Indian diaspora in Thailand, but has a significant presence in neighboring countries like Nepal and Bhutan.

What is the primary language of instruction in Indian-run schools in Thailand?

  1. Hindi

  2. English

  3. Thai

  4. The native language of the school's founders


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

English is the primary language of instruction in most Indian-run schools in Thailand, as it is widely used as a medium of communication in international education.

Which of the following factors has contributed to the decline of certain Indian languages among the diaspora in Thailand?

  1. Intermarriage with Thai nationals

  2. Limited opportunities for language use

  3. Lack of language resources

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intermarriage with Thai nationals, limited opportunities for language use, and lack of language resources have all contributed to the decline of certain Indian languages among the diaspora in Thailand.

What are some of the initiatives undertaken by the Indian government to support the linguistic heritage of the Indian diaspora in Thailand?

  1. Providing scholarships for language learning

  2. Organizing cultural exchange programs

  3. Establishing language centers

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian government has implemented various initiatives to support the linguistic heritage of the Indian diaspora in Thailand, including providing scholarships for language learning, organizing cultural exchange programs, and establishing language centers.

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