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Languages spoken in Nepal: A Diverse Linguistic Landscape
Nepal, known for its cultural and ethnic diversity, is home to a vast number of languages.
Nepal is a multilingual country with over 120 languages spoken across its diverse ethnic and cultural groups. The official and most widely spoken language is Nepali, which belongs to the Indo-Aryan language family. Other major languages include Maithili, Bhojpuri, and Tharu, primarily spoken in the southern Terai region, while in the hills and mountains, languages like Tamang, Magar, Gurung, and Sherpa are prominent. Indigenous languages such as Nepal Bhasa (Newari), Rai, Limbu, and Tharu reflect the country’s rich heritage. These languages belong to various families, including Indo-Aryan, Tibeto-Burman, and Dravidian, highlighting Nepal’s linguistic diversity.