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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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