ISO 15924 script code: Deva

Devanagari, also known as Nagari or Deva script, is a prominent script used primarily to write several languages of India and Nepal, including Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, and Nepali. It is an abugida script, written from left to right, originating from the ancient Brahmi script, though its exact authorship remains unidentified. This script is well-supported across computers and operating systems, usually available through standard Unicode fonts. The script is integral to the cultures of the Indian subcontinent, epitomizing their literary and religious texts.