Hindi

Hindi is an Indo-Aryan language predominantly spoken in India and is one of the country's official languages. It is part of the larger Hindi-Urdu continuum and is closely related to Urdu, though written in the Devanagari script. Hindi serves as a lingua franca across northern and central India and has a rich literary heritage, including poetry, novels, and films. It is spoken by millions globally and plays a significant role in India’s cultural identity. The language has various dialects and influences from Sanskrit, Persian, and English, reflecting India’s diverse history.