PK

Islamic Republic of Pakistan

Pakistan

Pakistan is a country in Asia that is home to 225,200,000 people. It is also home to 68 living indigenous languages. One of these, Urdu, is an official language of the country. In addition, 9 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. One of these, English, is also an official language of the country. In formal education, 2 indigenous languages are used as languages of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    225,200,000

    people

    68

    living languages

    59%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 3
    2. 47
    3. 18
    4. 0

Pakistan has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.