Question

Which language is spoken in Lakshadweep?

Hint:

This Union Territory in the Arabian Sea shares its main language with the state of Kerala.

Answer 1

Malayalam is the language commonly spoken across Lakshadweep.

• Lakshadweep is a small Union Territory made up of coral islands in the Arabian Sea.
• Its people share strong cultural links with the neighbouring state of Kerala.
• This link is the main reason Malayalam became the dominant local language.
• A regional dialect known as Jeseri, based on Malayalam, is also spoken on some islands.
• Hindi and English continue to be used in government offices and schools.