Hindi Day, also known as "Hindi Diwas" in Hindi, is celebrated on September 14 annually in India. It marks the day when Hindi, written in the Devanagari script, was adopted as the official language of India by the Constituent Assembly of India in 1949. The Indian government later ratified this decision on January 26, 1950, when the Indian Constitution came into effect.

Hindi Day is celebrated to promote and commemorate the importance of the Hindi language in India's cultural and linguistic diversity. On this day, various events, seminars, cultural programs, and competitions are organized to honour the language and promote its use. As you observe Hindi Day 2023, we at LatestLY have compiled a collection of interesting facts about the Hindi language that you must know as you celebrate the day. Few Hindi Words Like 'Jugaad', 'Didi' and Many Others Are Now in the Oxford Dictionary

1. Devanagari Script:

Hindi is primarily written in the Devanagari script, which is also used for several other Indian languages, including Sanskrit, Marathi, and Nepali.

2. One of the Most Spoken Languages:

Hindi is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. It is the first language of more than 300 million people, primarily in India, and is spoken as a second language by millions more.

3. Dialects:

Hindi has numerous dialects and variations across different regions of India. Some of the prominent dialects include Braj, Awadhi, Bhojpuri, Rajasthani, and Maithili.

4. Sanskrit Influence:

Hindi has a significant influence from Sanskrit, and many of its vocabulary words are borrowed from Sanskrit. This makes it easier for speakers of Hindi to understand and study Sanskrit.

5. Official Language:

Hindi, along with English, is one of the two official languages of the Indian government. It is the most widely used language for government communication and documentation.

6. Hindi Literature:

Hindi has a rich literary tradition, with famous poets and writers like Tulsidas, Premchand, and Rabindranath Tagore contributing significantly to Hindi literature.

7. Hindi Computing:

Hindi has a well-developed presence in the digital world. It has its own Unicode standard, allowing for Hindi text to be easily used in computer software and on the internet.

Hindi's cultural, linguistic, and historical significance makes it a fascinating language with a rich tapestry of influences and variations.

Wishing everyone a Happy Hindi Day 2023!

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