IQ

Republic of Iraq

Iraq

Iraq is a country in Asia that is home to 41,191,000 people. It is also home to 16 living indigenous languages. Two of these, Central Kurdish and Northern Kurdish, are official languages of the country. In addition, 7 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. One of these, Standard Arabic, is also an official language of the country. In formal education, 3 indigenous languages are used as languages of instruction.

  • Geography

    Clickable world globe showing country outlines
  • Demographics

    41,191,000

    people

    16

    living languages

    86%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 4
    2. 3
    3. 9
    4. 0

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