Kashmiri language

Kashmiri is an Indo-Aryan language spoken primarily in the Kashmir Valley and Chenab Valley of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is one of the 22 scheduled languages of India and is a part of the sixth schedule in the constitution of the Jammu and Kashmir.

History

The Kashmiri language has a rich history, with its origins traced back to the Dardic sub-branch of the Indo-Aryan family. It is believed to have evolved from the ancient Sanskrit language, with influences from Persian, Arabic, and Punjabi.

Dialects

Kashmiri has several dialects, including Kashtawari, Poguli, and Rambani. The Kashtawari dialect is considered the standard dialect and is used in literature and mass media.

Script

The Kashmiri language is written using the Perso-Arabic script, but it can also be written in Devanagari and Roman script. The Perso-Arabic script, known as the Kashmiri alphabet, is more commonly used in the Kashmir Valley, while the Devanagari script is used by the Kashmiri Pandit community.

Literature

Kashmiri literature is rich and varied, with works ranging from poetry to prose. The earliest known work in Kashmiri is the Lal Ded's Vakh, a collection of spiritual and philosophical verses.

Education

The Kashmiri language is taught in schools and colleges in the Kashmir Valley. It is also offered as a subject at the University of Kashmir and the University of Jammu.

See also

• Kashmiri literature
• Kashmiri people
• Kashmiri diaspora
• Kashmiri Pandit
• Kashmiri Muslims