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Plurinational State of Bolivia

Bolivia

Bolivia is a country in the Americas that is home to 11,797,000 people. It is also home to 39 living indigenous languages. One of these, North Bolivian Quechua, is an official language in part of the country. Bolivia was also home to 4 indigenous languages that are now extinct. In addition, 4 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. One of these, Spanish, is the official language of the country. In formal education, 1 indigenous language is used as a language of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    11,797,000

    people

    39

    living languages

    93%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 1
    2. 9
    3. 29
    4. 4

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