Explore India’s linguistic diversity, scheduled languages and writing systems.
Explore Languages and Scripts of India
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Punjabi
Punjabi is a major language of north-western India with influential literary, devotional, musical and popular-cultural traditions.
Sanskrit
Sanskrit is a classical Indian language with an extensive textual heritage in philosophy, literature, science, ritual, grammar and the arts.
Santali
Santali is a major Munda language spoken by Santal communities and supported by rich oral, musical and literary traditions, including use of Ol Chiki.
Sindhi
Sindhi is an Indian scheduled language with a rich literary and devotional heritage maintained across communities in India and the wider Sindhi diaspora.
Tamil
Tamil is a classical Indian language with a continuous literary tradition, vibrant contemporary use and a major cultural presence in India and beyond.
Tamil Script
Tamil script is a major southern Indic writing system used for Tamil across literature, education, administration and digital communication.
Telugu
Telugu is a major Dravidian language with an extensive literary history and a vibrant presence in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, media and the arts.
Telugu Script
Telugu script is a southern Indic writing system used for Telugu and recognised for its rounded letter forms and extensive literary use.
Urdu
Urdu is a major Indian language with influential traditions of poetry, prose, journalism, theatre, film and shared cultural expression.