EXPLORING FORGOTTEN LANGUAGES AND THEIR CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE
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Keywords: Forgotten languages, cultural heritage, language preservation, linguistic diversity, endangered languages, community revitalizationAbstract
Abstract: This article delves into the importance of forgotten languages in preserving cultural heritage and the challenges faced due to their decline. It provides an in-depth analysis of the historical, social, and linguistic aspects of these languages, along with efforts being made for their revitalization.
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