Even though the language went through a lot of hardship and suppression, the Maori kept the language alive. The Maori language is currently undergoing a revival. A committee called the Maori Language Commission was established on order to further promote the language and to help the establishment of the language as a normal means of communication. Those are still not the only efforts the Maori community is providing though. A very important aspect of this revitalization has been the establishment of the Maori television which has helped tremendously in spreading the Maori language and culture.
The language is now currently spoken by about 23 percent of New Zealanders. It a language that has a very logical structure, and also has very consistent rules for pronunciation. This language is considered a national taonga (treasure) to New Zealand and continuous efforts are still being made in order to keep the Maori language and culture alive and strong.
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