Ethnic groups (e.g., Pashtun, Tajik, Hazara)

Ethnic groups like Pashtun, Tajik, and Hazara are communities with distinct cultural identities, languages, and histories within Afghanistan and surrounding regions. Pashtuns primarily speak Pashto and are known for their tribal codes and nomadic traditions. Tajiks mainly speak Tajik (a dialect of Persian) and have strong cultural ties to Persian history. Hazaras often speak Hazaragi and have unique features, with many practicing Shia Islam. These groups reflect the diverse mosaic of ethnicities in the area, each contributing to the country’s rich cultural fabric while maintaining their own social structures and traditions.