Linguistically diverse country: India

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 India is an incredibly linguistically diverse country, and the exact number of languages can vary depending on how "language" and "dialect" are defined. Here's a breakdown based on available information:

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  • Officially Recognized Languages: The Eighth Schedule to the Indian Constitution recognizes 22 official languages. These are major literary languages and have significant speaker populations.

  • Total Languages: According to the Census of India 2011, there are 121 languages spoken by 10,000 or more people. Some sources indicate there are as many as 780 languages (People's Linguistic Survey of India) or over 19,500 dialects and mother tongues.

  • Mother Tongues: The 2011 Census also reported over 19,500 "mother tongues" or dialects. Many of these are grouped under the broader 121 languages.

In summary, while India has 22 officially recognized languages, the actual number of languages and dialects spoken across the country is much higher, ranging from over 120 to several hundred.

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