ਗੁਰਮੁਖੀ

Definition

The script of Punjabi in India, standardized by Guru Angad Dev — from the Guru's mouth.

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Etymology

'Gurmukhi' means ‘from the mouth of the Guru’ in Punjabi. It was developed in the 15th century by Guru Angad Dev Ji as a script for writing the Punjabi language, making it distinct from other scripts.

How & Where It’s Used

'Gurmukhi' is primarily used in written form for educational, religious, and cultural purposes. It is the official script of the Punjabi language in India and is used in formal and informal contexts.

Literary Heritage

The Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of Sikhism, is written in Gurmukhi, along with extensive Punjabi literature.

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