Bengali Wikipedia facts for kids

The Bengali Wikipedia is a special online encyclopedia written in the Bengali language. Just like the main Wikipedia, it's a huge collection of knowledge that anyone can read for free. It's also a place where people can work together to write and improve articles.

What is Bengali Wikipedia?

The Bengali Wikipedia is a version of the popular online encyclopedia, Wikipedia. It was started in 2004. Its goal is to share knowledge in the Bengali language. People from all over the world can read and contribute to it.

The Bengali Language

Bengali is a language spoken by many people. It is the official language of Bangladesh. It is also spoken in the Indian state of West Bengal. You can also find Bengali speakers in parts of Tripura and Assam in India. Bengali is an Indo-Aryan language. This means it comes from a family of languages that started in the region of India and Pakistan.

How Wikipedia Works

Wikipedia is a wiki, which means anyone can edit it. This makes it a great place for people to share what they know. Volunteers write articles on many different topics. They work together to make sure the information is correct and easy to understand.

Why Bengali Wikipedia is Important

Bengali Wikipedia helps spread knowledge to millions of Bengali speakers. It allows them to learn about many subjects in their own language. It also helps preserve and promote the Bengali language online. It's a valuable resource for students, teachers, and anyone curious to learn.

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  Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales with Bengali Wikipedians during Bengali Wikipedia's 10th anniversary celebration in Dhaka (2015).