Correct option is A
Ans. (a)
Wagdi dialect was referred to as the 'Bhili' dialect by Grierson in his Linguistic Survey of India.
Explanation:
· Wagdi is spoken primarily by the Bhil tribes in the southern districts of Rajasthan, such as Banswara, Dungarpur, and parts of Udaipur.
· Grierson identified it as closely related to Bhili due to its linguistic similarities.
Information Booster:
1. Rajasthan is home to diverse dialects, including Mewari, Marwari, and Wagdi.
2. The Bhili dialect has a distinct vocabulary influenced by tribal traditions.
3. Wagdi retains a mix of tribal words and influences from Gujarati and Rajasthani.
4. Linguistic studies highlight Rajasthan’s cultural and linguistic richness.
Additional Knowledge:
· Nimadi: Spoken in Madhya Pradesh, near the Nimar region.
· Dengal: A minor dialect of the Bhil community, also closely linked to Wagdi.
· Ahirvarti: A dialect spoken by Ahir communities, primarily in Haryana and parts of Uttar Pradesh.
