Norwegian Nynorsk is one of the two official written forms of the Norwegian language, the other being Bokmål. Developed in the 19th century by linguist Ivar Aasen, Nynorsk is based on various rural dialects spoken across Norway. It aims to reflect the country's linguistic diversity and promote a more authentic representation of Norwegian culture. Nynorsk is used by a minority of the population, primarily in western and central Norway. It is taught in schools and used in government, media, and literature. The choice between Nynorsk and Bokmål often reflects regional identity and cultural heritage in Norway.