I WONDER - What Was The First State To Adopt Hindi?

In 1881, Bihar became the first Indian state to adopt Hindi as its official language, replacing Urdu. This marked a significant shift in the linguistic landscape of the region, setting a precedent for other states in India.

Which state was the first to adopt Hindi as its official language?

• Bihar

• Uttar Pradesh

• Rajasthan

• Madhya Pradesh

In which year did Bihar replace Urdu with Hindi as its official language?

• 1901

• 1871

• 1881

• 1891

What language did Bihar replace with Hindi in 1881?

• Punjabi

• Bengali

• Marathi

• Urdu

What was the significance of Bihar's language change in 1881?

• It was the first state to adopt English.

• It was the first state to adopt Urdu.

• It was the first state to adopt Hindi.

• It was the last state to adopt Hindi.

Which state became the first in India to officially adopt Hindi?

• Kerala

• Tamil Nadu

• Bihar

• Gujarat