A group that is smaller in number compared to the majority.
अल्पसंख्यक
English Usage: "The cultural contributions of the minorities in the region are often overlooked."
Hindi Usage: "क्षेत्र में अल्पसंख्यकों के सांस्कृतिक योगदान अक्सर अनदेखा कर दिए जाते हैं।"