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Indian and Sri Lankan Languages

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Indian and Sri Lankan languages cover various linguistic families, regional dialects, and official state languages. A significant focus is placed on Dravidian languages and their distinctive scripts. Strengthen your general awareness of regional language distribution for upcoming tests.

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Indian and Sri Lankan Languages Questions

Multiple choice

Which Dravidian language has the largest number of speakers?

  1. Telugu

  2. Kannada

  3. Tamil

  4. Malayalam
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Telugu has the largest number of speakers among the Dravidian languages.

Multiple choice

The Dravidian languages are characterized by which unique linguistic feature?

  1. Tonal System

  2. Gender System

  3. Case System

  4. Verb Conjugation
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Dravidian languages are characterized by a tonal system, where the pitch of the voice can change the meaning of a word.

Multiple choice

Which Dravidian language is known for its rich literary tradition, including ancient epics and classical poetry?

  1. Telugu

  2. Kannada

  3. Tamil

  4. Malayalam
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Tamil is known for its rich literary tradition, which includes ancient epics like Silappatikaram and Manimekalai, as well as classical poetry.

Multiple choice

The Dravidian languages have been influenced by which other language family?

  1. Indo-Aryan

  2. Sino-Tibetan

  3. Austroasiatic

  4. Munda
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Explanation

The Dravidian languages have been influenced by the Indo-Aryan languages, particularly Sanskrit, due to historical contact and cultural exchange.

Multiple choice

Which Dravidian language is spoken in the state of Kerala?

  1. Telugu

  2. Kannada

  3. Tamil

  4. Malayalam
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Malayalam is the Dravidian language spoken in the state of Kerala.

Multiple choice

The Dravidian languages are considered to be a part of which larger language family?

  1. Indo-European

  2. Afro-Asiatic

  3. Austroasiatic

  4. Sino-Tibetan
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Dravidian languages are considered to be a part of the larger Austroasiatic language family.

Multiple choice

Which Dravidian language is known for its unique script, which is different from the Devanagari script used in many other Indian languages?

  1. Telugu

  2. Kannada

  3. Tamil

  4. Malayalam
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Tamil is known for its unique script, which is different from the Devanagari script used in many other Indian languages.

Multiple choice

Which Dravidian language is known for its rich tradition of folk literature, including folk songs, stories, and proverbs?

  1. Telugu

  2. Kannada

  3. Tamil

  4. Malayalam
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Explanation

Telugu is known for its rich tradition of folk literature, including folk songs, stories, and proverbs.

Multiple choice

The Dravidian languages have been influenced by which foreign language?

  1. English

  2. French

  3. Portuguese

  4. Arabic
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Explanation

The Dravidian languages have been influenced by English, particularly in recent times due to globalization and cultural exchange.

Multiple choice

Which Dravidian language is spoken in the state of Karnataka?

  1. Telugu

  2. Kannada

  3. Tamil

  4. Malayalam
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Kannada is the Dravidian language spoken in the state of Karnataka.

Multiple choice

What is the primary language spoken in the backwater regions of Kerala?

  1. Hindi

  2. English

  3. Tamil

  4. Malayalam
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Malayalam is the primary language spoken in the backwater regions of Kerala, reflecting the state's rich cultural heritage.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a Dravidian language spoken in Tamil Nadu?

  1. Tamil

  2. Malayalam

  3. Kannada

  4. All of the above
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Tamil is a Dravidian language spoken in Tamil Nadu.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a Toda language spoken in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu?

  1. Toda

  2. Kota

  3. Irula

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Toda is a Toda language spoken in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a Chenchu language spoken in Andhra Pradesh?

  1. Chenchu

  2. Savara

  3. Koya

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Chenchu is a Chenchu language spoken in Andhra Pradesh.

Multiple choice

What is the second most common language spoken by people of Indian origin in Canada?

  1. Hindi

  2. Tamil

  3. Telugu

  4. Malayalam
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Explanation

Hindi is the second most common language spoken by people of Indian origin in Canada, with over 300,000 speakers. It is widely used in the province of Ontario.