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the path to elevating potahari to a
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recognized language script proximity
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literature and research
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potohari a distinct language spoken
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predominantly in the pothahar plateau
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region of Pakistan is at a Crossroads in
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its linguistic Journey despite having
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its unique linguistic features and Rich
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oral tradition potohari remains largely
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unrecognized as a language in its own
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right this article explores the path to
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attaining the status of a language for
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potohari by examining crucial factors
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such as the need for a standard script
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its proximity to Urdu and Punjabi the
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importance of literature and the role of
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I the need for a standard script one of
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the fundamental requirements for
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elevating potahari to a recognized
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language is the development of a
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currently potohari primarily relies on
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the shamuki script the same script used
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for punjabi and more commonly Urdu
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this shared script has contributed to
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the misconception that potohari is
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merely a dialect of these languages
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rather than a distinct linguistic entity
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the shamuki script and its limitations
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while shamuki serves its purpose it does
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not adequately represent the unique
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phonetic features of potohari potohari's
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phonological distinctions such as
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specific vowel sounds and intonations
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are not accurately conveyed in shamuki
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standardizing the script to establish
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potohari as a language linguists
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Scholars and native speakers must
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collaborate to devise a standardized
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script this script should capture the
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phonetic nuances of the language while
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ensuring ease of reading and writing
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preserving cultural identity
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developing a unique script for pothohari
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would also contribute to preserving the
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cultural identity of the speakers
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setting it apart from Urdu and Punjabi
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which are often dominant in the region
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2. proximity to Urdu and Punjabi
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understanding the relationship between
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pothohari Urdu and Punjabi is crucial in
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its quest for linguistic recognition
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linguistic proximity potohari shares
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linguistic ties with both Urdu and
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Punjabi due to geographical and
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historical factors this proximity has
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contributed to the perception that
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potohari is merely a dialect rather than
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maintaining proximity striking a balance
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between maintaining linguistic proximity
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to Urdu and Punjabi while establishing
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potohari's individuality is vital this
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can be achieved by adopting a script and
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vocabulary that reflects the unique
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features of potohari while allowing for
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Mutual intelligibility with its
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neighboring languages
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promoting multilingualism recognizing
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potahari as a language does not
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necessitate abandoning Urdu or Punjabi
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instead it encourages multilingualism
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allowing speakers to preserve their
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cultural heritage while also engaging
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with broader linguistic communities 3.
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the significance of literature
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literature plays a pivotal role in
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shaping and preserving the identity of a
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language for potohari to gain
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recognition it must develop a robust
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literary tradition literary expression
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literature in pothohari should Encompass
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various genres including poetry prose
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drama and folklore writers and Poets
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must use the language to express the
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nuances of their culture emotions and
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promoting potohari through literature
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literary Works can serve as a powerful
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medium for introducing potohari to a
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wider audience they provide a platform
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for showcasing the richness of the
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language and its unique literary
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institutional support governments
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educational institutions and cultural
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organizations should actively promote
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the creation of potohari literature
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literary festivals Awards and
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Publications can encourage writers to
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contribute to the language's literary
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Corpus 4. the role of critical research
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critical research is essential in
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establishing the linguistic legitimacy
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of potohari and fostering a deeper
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understanding of its grammar vocabulary
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and syntax linguistic studies linguists
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and researchers must conduct
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comprehensive studies on pothohari's
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phonetics morphology and syntax these
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studies can highlight the distinctions
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that set it apart from neighboring
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languages historical documentation
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detailed historical research is crucial
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for tracing the roots of pothohari and
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its Evolution over time understanding
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its historical context can strengthen
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its claim as a unique language
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comparative analysis comparative
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linguistic analyzes can establish the
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linguistic boundaries that distinguish
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pothahari from Urdu and Punjabi This
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research can provide empirical evidence
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supporting its status as a language
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5. building awareness and advocacy
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raising awareness about pothohari and
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advocating for its recognition as a
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language is a collective effort that
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requires collaboration between
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linguistic experts Educators policy
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makers and the pothohari speaking
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engagement involving native speakers and
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Community leaders in the advocacy
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process is essential they can serve as
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ambassadors for potohari sharing their
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experiences and stories to promote the
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educational initiatives integrating
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pothohari into the curriculum of local
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schools and colleges can help future
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Generations Embrace and preserve their
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government support governments at the
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regional and National levels should
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acknowledge potohari as a language and
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provide resources for its promotion
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including language courses and cultural
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elevating potohari to the status of a
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recognized language is a multi-faceted
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Endeavor that requires concerted efforts
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in script development linguistic
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research literary production and
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by addressing these key areas potohari
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can assert its distinct linguistic
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identity while maintaining its
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historical and cultural ties to Urdu and
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through collaboration and a shared
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commitment to preserving linguistic
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diversity potohari can secure its
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rightful place among the world's
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recognized languages enriching
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Pakistan's linguistic tapestry
