As we mark the International Mother Language Day, it is quite important to delve into the origin and history of our mother language, Dhivehi, and look at the threats faced by it.
Since its origin, Dhivehi, like any other language, has seen a tremendous amount of change. While some of them may be, in fact, vital for its survival, some indeed contribute to the gradual extinction of our small, yet rich language. The need to preserve our language is much more than any time before.
