ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -So how many Indian languages are there? While India has 22 separate official languages, it is home to a total of 121 languages and 270 mother tongues. It’s also home to the world’s oldest language, Hindi.

Detailed explanation-2: -As of today, the Indian constitution recognizes 22 major languages of India in what is known as “the 8th Schedule” of the Constitution.

Detailed explanation-3: -Papua New Guinea is the most multilingual country, with over 839 living languages, according to Ethnologue, a catalogue of the world’s known languages.

Detailed explanation-4: -Over 700 languages are spoken in India. However, India has no national language. As per the 8th schedule of Indian constitution, there are 22 scheduled or official languages that are given official acknowledgement and support.

Detailed explanation-5: -According to the Census of India of 2001, India has 122 major languages and 1599 other languages.