Telugu Language Day, also known as “Telugu Bhasha Dinotsavam,” is observed annually on August 29.
History:
- The celebration of Telugu Language Day began in 1966.
- However, the recognition and celebration of the language existed much earlier.
- Literary personalities like Gidugu Venkata Ramamurthy and Kandukuri Veeresalingam Pantulu played crucial roles in promoting Telugu in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
- The day coincides with the birth anniversary of the Telugu poet Gidugu Venkata Ramamurthy.
- The Andhra Pradesh government officially declared August 29 as Telugu Language Day.
Significance:
- Telugu is one of the oldest and most vibrant Dravidian languages in India.
- It is the official language of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
- The Telugu language’s roots trace back to ancient transcripts and texts, with a documented history spanning over two millennia.
- Telugu Language Day honors luminaries like Gidugu Venkata Ramamurthy, who preserved and promoted the language internationally.
- It contributes significantly to Indian literature and preserves the cultural identity of Telugu-speaking communities.
Question: Which Indian states have Telugu as their official language?
A) Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
B) Tamil Nadu and Karnataka
C) Kerala and Maharashtra
D) Odisha and West Bengal
Answer: A) Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
Telugu Language Day, also known as “Telugu Bhasha Dinotsavam,” is observed annually on August 29.
