India has two official languages: English and Hindi. English was introduced in India during the British colonial period and continues to be used as a language of government, education, and business. Hindi, on the other hand, is the most widely spoken language in India and is the primary language of the northern states. In addition to English and Hindi, there are also 21 other officially recognized languages in India, including Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Punjabi, and Marathi. Each of these languages has its own unique history, culture, and literature, and together they make India a rich and diverse country.