- By Aditi Priya Singh
- Thu, 27 Feb 2025 11:57 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Top 10 Most Spoken Languages In India: India boasts a rich linguistic landscape with hundreds of dialects spoken in various states. Even though Hindi is the most widely spoken language, many regional languages including Bengali, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada are widely spoken in the nation. The majority of Indians speak Hindi, but regional languages have also significant cultural and historical significance, according to recent data.
Hindi Is The Most Spoken Language In India
Hindi is the most spoken language in India with a total of 52.83 crore speakers. Following it, Bengali is the second most spoken language with a total number of speakers of around 9.72 crore. Apart from these two, Marathi, Telugu, Tamil and others are also on the list. Let’s check out the top 10 most spoken languages in India.
Why Are Kannada People Hating Hindi Languages?
In recent years, the Kannada vs. Hindi conflict has been one of the most talked-about debates across the nation. While Hindi is promoted as a common language by the central government, many Karnataka residents believe that Kannada, their official state language, should be given more weight. This has sparked discussions about linguistic pride, cultural identity and language imposition. According to Kannada speakers, Hindi shouldn't overwhelm their language because it has a rich past. Supporters of Hindi, meanwhile, think that having a single language promotes national unity.
List Of Top 10 Most Spoken Languages In India
This ongoing debate emphasizes how crucial it is to maintain regional languages while maintaining national communication. This article covers the top 10 most commonly spoken languages in India as well as the debates over Hindi and Kannada.
| Rank | Language | Number Of Speakers |
| 1. | Hindi | 52.83 Crore |
| 2. | Bengali | 9.72 Crore |
| 3. | Marathi | 8.30 Crore |
| 4. | Telugu | 8.11 Crore |
| 5. | Tamil | 6.90 crore |
| 6. | Gujarati | 5.54 Crore |
| 7. | Urdu | 5.07 Crore |
| 8. | Kannada | 4.37 Crore |
| 9. | Odia | 3.75 Crore |
| 10. | Malayalam | 3.48 Crore |
Number Of English Speakers In India
As of 2024, Approximately 129 million Indians, or 9% of the global English-speaking population, speak the language, making India one of the largest English-speaking populations in the world. Despite not being the most commonly spoken language in the nation, millions of people find English to be a valuable second language. As a bridge between other linguistic communities, English is widely utilized in government, business, education, and technology. Even if regional languages and Hindi predominate in everyday discourse, English is still essential for international and professional communication.