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7 Countries Apart From India Where Students Can Learn Hindi in Schools

Ravi Shankar
| TOI Education | Last updated on - Jan 17, 2024, 16:16 IST
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7 Countries Apart From India Where Students Can Learn Hindi in Schools

​Hindi, one of the most widely spoken languages globally, extends its linguistic influence far beyond the borders of India. As a testament to its cultural richness and significance, Hindi finds its place in school curricula in numerous countries around the world. Apart from India, where it serves as an official language, Hindi is taught in schools across a diverse array of nations, fostering a deeper understanding of the language and the vibrant culture it represents.

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Countries Where Hindi is Taught in Schools



​From the United States to South Africa, and from Australia to the United Arab Emirates, the global presence of Hindi in educational institutions reflects its global appeal and serves as a bridge connecting communities across geographical and cultural divides. Here are the 10 countries where students are taught Hindi in schools;


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Nepal​



​Sharing a close cultural and linguistic connection with India, Hindi is a popular choice for foreign language study in Nepal.

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Fiji​



​With a significant Indian diaspora descended from indentured laborers, Hindi is incorporated into the educational system to preserve heritage and cater to the community's linguistic needs.

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Mauritius



​This island nation boasts a strong Indian influence and embraces Hindi as a bridge to the Indian subcontinent.

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Guyana​



​Similar to Suriname, Guyana's education system incorporates Hindi for its large Indian community with historical ties to indentured labor.

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South Africa​



​Though not as widespread, Hindi is taught in some schools in South Africa, catering to the Indian community there.

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Singapore



​Recognising the significance of its Indian population, Singapore offers Hindi as an optional language in some schools.

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United States of America​



​While not as common as other languages, Hindi is taught in some American schools, particularly those with significant Indian communities.

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