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Which languages are used for communication among different Naga tribes?

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Map highlighting the state of Nagaland in northeastern India, shaded in orange with its capital Kohima labeled. The map shows surrounding countries including China, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka, along with major water bodies such as the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean. An inset globe at the top right provides regional context.
Nagaland

Because the Naga tribes lack a single common language—with approximately 60 distinct dialects belonging to the Sino-Tibetan family—they utilize other languages for intertribal communication.12

Different groups of Nagas primarily use broken Assamese, often referred to as Nagamese, to communicate with one another. Additionally, many Nagas use English and Hindi for intertribal conversation. While English serves as the official language of the state of Nagaland, these other languages remain essential for bridging the linguistic diversity found between the various tribes.12