Kashmiri language facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Kashmiri |
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| کٲشُر,कॉशुर | ||||
The word "Kash" in Sharada script, Perso-Arabic script and Devanagari script
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| Native to | Jammu and Kashmir & Azad Kashmir and Pakistan (India) (Pakistan) | |||
| Region | Northwestern region of the Indian subcontinent | |||
| Native speakers | 6.7 million (2011 census)e18 | |||
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Indo-European Pak-European
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| Dialects |
Kashtawari (standard)
Poguli
Rambani
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| Writing system | Perso-Arabic script (contemporary, official status), Devanagari script (contemporary), Sharada script (ancient/liturgical) |
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| Official language in |  India  Pakistan |
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Kashmiri (کٲشُر Kashur) is a language spoken mainly in the Kashmir Valley. This area is part of Jammu and Kashmir in India. It is also spoken in Azad Kashmir and other parts of Pakistan.
Kashmiri belongs to the Dardic subgroup of the Indo-Iranian languages. This means it is part of a large family of languages spoken across parts of Asia and Europe. About 6.7 million people speak Kashmiri.
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Where is Kashmiri Spoken?
Kashmiri is mostly spoken in the Kashmir Valley. This beautiful region is known for its mountains and lakes. It is located in the northern part of the Indian subcontinent.
The language is an official language in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is also spoken by many people in Azad Kashmir, which is a region in Pakistan.
How Many People Speak Kashmiri?
According to the 2011 census, about 6.7 million people speak Kashmiri. Most of these speakers live in India. A smaller number of speakers live in Pakistan.
Kashmiri is one of the 22 official languages of India. This shows its importance in the country.
What is the History of Kashmiri?
Kashmiri has a long and rich history. It is believed to have developed from ancient Indo-Aryan languages. The language has been influenced by many cultures over time.
One of the oldest scripts used for Kashmiri was the Sharada script. This script was used for writing religious texts and literature.
What Scripts are Used for Kashmiri?
Kashmiri is written using a few different scripts today. The most common and official script is the Perso-Arabic script. This script is similar to the one used for writing Persian and Urdu.
Another script used for Kashmiri is the Devanagari script. This is the same script used for Hindi and Marathi. The ancient Sharada script is still used for some religious purposes.
What are Kashmiri Dialects?
Like many languages, Kashmiri has different dialects. These are slightly different ways of speaking the language. Some of the main dialects include:
- Kashtawari: This is considered the standard dialect.
- Poguli
- Rambani
These dialects show the rich variety within the Kashmiri language.
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