The 1961 Census of India recorded 1,652 mother tongues, of which SPPEL has identified ______ endangered languages.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 1 (117)
Explanation:
According to the 1961 Census of India, a total of 1,652 mother tongues were recorded. Subsequently, the SPPEL (Scheme for Protection and Preservation of Endangered Languages) has identified 117 languages in India as endangered. This scheme was launched by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to preserve languages that are on the verge of extinction in the future.
Additional Facts
The goal of SPPEL: To document languages with fewer than 10,000 speakers.
CIIL: The Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL), Mysore, is the main center for implementing this scheme.
UNESCO: According to UNESCO, approximately 197 languages in India are listed as vulnerable or endangered.
Possible Questions for the Upcoming Exam
How many languages are included in the 8th Schedule of the Indian Constitution?
(Answer: 22 languages)
Which was the first language in India to receive the status of a 'Classical Language'?
(Answer: Tamil - 2004)
In which city is the main center of SPPEL located?
(Answer: Mysore)