Do You Know Devanagari?

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    Where is Devanagari mostly used?

    • India and Nepal
    • Bangladesh
    • Mongolia
    • Thailand
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Devanagari is written from left to right and is also known as Nagari. In this test you can challenge your knowledge about Nagari and have a lot fun while doing that!

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  • 2. 
    In which ancient script family The Nagari script has roots? - ProProfs

    In which ancient script family The Nagari script has roots?

    • Celtiberian script

    • Brahmi script

    • Jurchen script

    • Pahlavi script

    Correct Answer
    A. Brahmi script
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Brahmi script. The Nagari script, which is used to write several Indian languages, including Hindi and Sanskrit, has its roots in the Brahmi script. The Brahmi script is one of the oldest known scripts in the Indian subcontinent and was used for writing various ancient Indian languages. It is believed to have originated in the 3rd century BCE and has had a significant influence on the development of scripts in South and Southeast Asia.

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  • 3. 
    What does the word "Deva" (from Devanāgarī) mean? - ProProfs

    What does the word "Deva" (from Devanāgarī) mean?

    • Beauty

    • Light

    • God

    • Force

    Correct Answer
    A. God
    Explanation
    The word "Deva" is derived from Devanāgarī, which is a script used to write several languages, including Hindi and Sanskrit. In these languages, "Deva" refers to a god or deity. Therefore, the correct answer is "God."

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  • 4. 
    When is distinctive horizontal bar added when Devanagari is handwritten? - ProProfs

    When is distinctive horizontal bar added when Devanagari is handwritten?

    • Once the word is completed

    • Before writing the word

    • In the middle of writing words

    • None of above

    Correct Answer
    A. Once the word is completed
    Explanation
    In Devanagari handwriting, a distinctive horizontal bar is added once the word is completed. This means that the bar is not added before writing the word or in the middle of writing words. The bar is a visual indicator that signifies the completion of the word.

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    What is the name of Hindi punctuation sign which is a vertical line that terminates a sentence? - ProProfs

    What is the name of Hindi punctuation sign which is a vertical line that terminates a sentence?

    • Kee shiksha

    • Alpaviraam

    • Prashnaavalee

    • Purn viraam

    Correct Answer
    A. Purn viraam
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Purn viraam." In Hindi, Purn viraam is the name of the punctuation sign that is used to terminate a sentence. It is represented by a vertical line and is equivalent to the full stop or period in English.

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  • 6. 
    For how many languages is The Devanagari script used? - ProProfs

    For how many languages is The Devanagari script used?

    • 50

    • 85

    • 100

    • Over 120

    Correct Answer
    A. Over 120
    Explanation
    The Devanagari script is used for over 120 languages. This indicates that it is a widely adopted script and has a significant presence in various linguistic communities. Its extensive usage suggests that it is a versatile script capable of representing the phonetic and linguistic characteristics of a diverse range of languages.

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  • 7. 
    How many primary characters Devanagari script has? - ProProfs

    How many primary characters Devanagari script has?

    • 26

    • 38

    • 47

    • 52

    Correct Answer
    A. 47
    Explanation
    The Devanagari script, which is used to write several languages including Hindi and Sanskrit, has a total of 47 primary characters. These characters consist of vowels, consonants, and combination characters. Each character represents a specific sound in the language.

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  • 8. 
    In what place in the mouth are Velar consonants pronounced? - ProProfs

    In what place in the mouth are Velar consonants pronounced?

    • With the tongue touching the hard palate

    • With the back of the tongue touching the soft palate

    • With the tip of the tongue touching the back of the upper front teeth

    • With the lips

    Correct Answer
    A. With the back of the tongue touching the soft palate
    Explanation
    Velar consonants are pronounced with the back of the tongue touching the soft palate. The soft palate, also known as the velum, is the soft part of the roof of the mouth towards the back. When the back of the tongue makes contact with the soft palate, it creates a closure that allows airflow to be blocked or restricted, producing the sound of velar consonants. Examples of velar consonants include /k/, /g/, and /ŋ/.

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  • 9. 
    When did Devanagari first emerge? - ProProfs

    When did Devanagari first emerge?

    • 7th century

    • 8th century

    • 9th century

    • 6th century

    Correct Answer
    A. 8th century
    Explanation
    Devanagari first emerged in the 8th century. This writing system originated in ancient India and is primarily used for writing Sanskrit, Hindi, and other languages. It is characterized by its distinctive script, which consists of a combination of consonant and vowel symbols. Devanagari played a significant role in the development of Indian literature, religious texts, and cultural identity. Its emergence in the 8th century marked a crucial milestone in the history of writing systems in India.

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    How many sounds used in Hindi don't have corresponding symbols in Devanagari? - ProProfs

    How many sounds used in Hindi don't have corresponding symbols in Devanagari?

    • 4

    • 5

    • 6

    • 7

    Correct Answer
    A. 6
    Explanation
    There are six sounds used in Hindi that do not have corresponding symbols in Devanagari. Devanagari is the script used to write Hindi, but it does not have specific characters for these sounds.

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