East Indian Languages: A Legacy to be Preserved and Celebrated
This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the rich linguistic heritage of East India, encompassing languages like Bengali, Odia, Assamese, and Maithili. Explore the history, cultural significance, and unique features of these languages, while recognizing the importance of preserving and celebrating their legacy.
Questions
Which of the following is an East Indian language?
- Telugu
- Kannada
- Assamese
- Malayalam
What is the official language of the state of Odisha?
- Hindi
- Odia
- Bengali
- Telugu
Which East Indian language is closely related to Sanskrit?
- Maithili
- Bengali
- Odia
- Assamese
What is the approximate number of speakers of Maithili worldwide?
- 10 million
- 20 million
- 30 million
- 40 million
Which East Indian language has a rich tradition of folk literature and storytelling?
- Odia
- Assamese
- Maithili
- Bengali
What is the name of the script used to write Odia?
- Devanagari
- Odia
- Bengali
- Telugu
Which East Indian language is known for its distinctive 'sh' sound?
- Maithili
- Bengali
- Odia
- Assamese
What is the approximate number of speakers of Bengali worldwide?
- 100 million
- 200 million
- 300 million
- 400 million
Which East Indian language is spoken in the state of Bihar?
- Odia
- Assamese
- Maithili
- Bengali
What is the name of the script used to write Maithili?
- Devanagari
- Odia
- Bengali
- Maithili
Which East Indian language has a rich tradition of classical music and dance?
- Odia
- Assamese
- Maithili
- Bengali
What is the approximate number of speakers of Odia worldwide?
- 10 million
- 20 million
- 30 million
- 40 million
Which East Indian language is spoken in the state of Assam?
- Odia
- Assamese
- Maithili
- Bengali
What is the name of the script used to write Assamese?
- Devanagari
- Odia
- Bengali
- Assamese
Which East Indian language has a rich tradition of Vaishnava literature and poetry?
- Odia
- Assamese
- Maithili
- Bengali