Language Contact in Nepal

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Focusing on language contact and shift in Nepal, this book presents findings from a comprehensive 15-year study that highlights the intricate socio-cultural and political dynamics between various languages and their speakers. By analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data, it reveals speakers' attitudes towards languages such as English, Hindi, Nepali, Sherpa, Dotyali, Jumli, and Tharu. The insights provided are valuable for scholars interested in multilingual contexts, language policy, and the complexities of language attitudes and ideologies.