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Asian Language Families

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Asian Language Families covers the classification, distribution, and linguistic groups across Asia, including Tibeto-Burman, Austroasiatic, and tribal dialects. It tests understanding of regional demographics and cultural heritage. This topic frequently appears in UPSC Civil Services and State PSC general studies papers.

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Asian Language Families Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a Karen language?

  1. Karen

  2. Sgaw Karen

  3. Pwo Karen

  4. Kayah
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Karen is a Karen language, as are Sgaw Karen, Pwo Karen, and Kayah. The Karen languages are spoken in Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a Sherpa language?

  1. Sherpa

  2. Solu Khumbu Sherpa

  3. Rolwaling Sherpa

  4. Helambu Sherpa
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Sherpa is a Sherpa language, as are Solu Khumbu Sherpa, Rolwaling Sherpa, and Helambu Sherpa. The Sherpa languages are spoken in Nepal and Tibet.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a Naxi language?

  1. Naxi

  2. Mosuo

  3. Yi

  4. Bai
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Naxi is a Naxi language, as are Mosuo, Yi, and Bai. The Naxi languages are spoken in China.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a Bai language?

  1. Bai

  2. Pumi

  3. Nuosu

  4. Lahu
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Bai is a Bai language, as are Pumi, Nuosu, and Lahu. The Bai languages are spoken in China.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a Hani language?

  1. Hani

  2. Akha

  3. Lisu

  4. Naxi
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Hani is a Hani language, as are Akha, Lisu, and Naxi. The Hani languages are spoken in China.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an Akha language?

  1. Akha

  2. Hani

  3. Lisu

  4. Naxi
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Akha is an Akha language, as are Hani, Lisu, and Naxi. The Akha languages are spoken in China, Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a Lisu language?

  1. Lisu

  2. Akha

  3. Hani

  4. Naxi
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Lisu is a Lisu language, as are Akha, Hani, and Naxi. The Lisu languages are spoken in China, Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a Nung language?

  1. Nung

  2. Tay

  3. Thai

  4. Lao
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Nung is a Nung language, as are Tay, Thai, and Lao. The Nung languages are spoken in China, Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand.

Multiple choice

Which language family does the Na-Dene language family belong to?

  1. Sino-Tibetan

  2. Austronesian

  3. Indo-European

  4. Na-Dene
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Explanation

The Na-Dene language family is a distinct language family that is not related to any other language family.

Multiple choice

What is the linguistic relationship between the Na-Dene languages and other language families?

  1. They are related to the Sino-Tibetan languages.

  2. They are related to the Austronesian languages.

  3. They are related to the Indo-European languages.

  4. They are not related to any other language family.
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The Na-Dene languages are not related to any other language family.

Multiple choice

What is the language of the Tripitaka, the holy scriptures of Buddhism?

  1. Pali

  2. Sanskrit

  3. Chinese

  4. Tibetan
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Pali is the language of the Tripitaka, the holy scriptures of Buddhism, and is widely used in religious ceremonies and teachings.

Multiple choice

Which language is commonly used in religious ceremonies and texts in Bhutan?

  1. Dzongkha

  2. Nepali

  3. Sanskrit

  4. Tibetan
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Dzongkha is the primary language used in religious ceremonies and texts in Bhutan, particularly in Buddhism.

Multiple choice

What is the language of the Pali Canon, the primary scriptures of Theravada Buddhism?

  1. Pali

  2. Sanskrit

  3. Chinese

  4. Tibetan
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Pali is the language of the Pali Canon, the primary scriptures of Theravada Buddhism, and is widely used in religious ceremonies and teachings.

Multiple choice

Which language is spoken in the northeastern state of Assam and is closely related to Bengali?

  1. Assamese

  2. Manipuri

  3. Mizo

  4. Naga
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Assamese is the official language of Assam and is known for its distinctive intonation and a rich literary tradition.

Multiple choice

Which language is spoken in the state of Nagaland, known for its diverse tribal communities and natural landscapes?

  1. Naga

  2. Ao

  3. Angami

  4. Sema
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Naga is a collective term for a group of languages spoken in Nagaland, each with its own distinct identity and cultural significance.