Script - Limbu
Limbu is a script used historically and currently for writing the Limbu language, spoken primarily in eastern Nepal, Sikkim, and Darjeeling. It features an abugida structure where consonants carry an inherent vowel, modified by diacritics for other vowels, and includes independent vowel letters for initial syllables. Its origins trace to the 18th century, attributed to the Limbu scholar Sirijanga, though it fell into decline before revival efforts in the 20th century. The character set covers the core consonants, vowels, a set of digit symbols, and various punctuation marks, reflecting the phonological needs of the Limbu language, including its distinct final consonants. This script’s encoded forms support both traditional texts and modern digital usage, preserving a cultural identity tied to the Limbu people.