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The History and Language of Indian In Malaysia

The History and Language of Indian in Malaysia

Indian is the one of the world's great race. The range of the Indian, in terms of History, Language, Religious, Architecture, Festival, Costumes, and food, is very colorful. The material examined in this blog covers at least two thousand years, and is known from the whole of Asia, the modern countries of India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Malaysia. India has influenced of continues to influence, all of these countries in what is generally referred to as the Indian subcontinent. Today, the modern country of India is home to the majority of the world's Hindus. However, Hindus are also found in the many parts of the world where Indians have settled, especially during the diaspora of the last two centuries.

Ok, now lets explore more about the indian specifically in Malaysia. Basically, we should know..

•  How Indian arrived in Malaysia
• When in happened
• What language is commonly used

This Infographic illustrated the history and language of Indian in Malaysia 

prepared by: Ummu Kalthom Arrazi

This is so simple to understand. first you need to know history of Malaysia. The phase of the reign in Malaysia. What happened in 100bc etc..etc..

Here is the Timeline of Malaysia History.

Basically the migration of  Indian started during the Colonial period during 1786. British colony imported Chinese and Indian from China and India for business purpose, Specifically British had divided the region for three races in Malaysia, Malay in government sector,Indian in estates and Chinese in Gold mine. So this gives the big change on Malaya since 1 race become 3 races and this is how Malaysia is known as a multicultural and colourful country up until today. =) We should appreciated what we have and keep the relation and communication up between the races.

Language

  

The language is commonly used among indian in malaysia is Tamil.

so lets learn the basic conversations in tamil. It is fun though! =)

       

•  Vanakkam!

               Hello

         

• Nandri

           Thanx

                                       

• Ninga Nalama?

            How are you?

• Naan Nalam

             I'm good

• Vanga Sapidalam

                lets eat! 

• Enda vunaru rusiyaga vuladu

             This food is Tasty!