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Malayalam Script

Malayalam script is a southern Indic writing system used for Malayalam and supported by a rich print, literary and digital culture.

Key points

  • Used for the Malayalam language
  • Evolved through a long manuscript tradition
  • Widely used in education, media and publishing
Sources and verification
  1. [1] Sahitya Akademi – Indian Languages and Literature — Sahitya Akademi, Ministry of Culture, Government of India Government Institution Portal View source

Last verified: 25/10/2026