The Tirhuta block contains characters used in the Tirhuta script, which is used for writing the Maithili language spoken in the Mithila region of India and Nepal. The script is an abugida, with each consonant carrying an inherent vowel sound that can be modified with diacritics. The Tirhuta script has a long history and was used for a variety of texts, including religious, literary, and legal documents. This block includes all the characters needed to write in Tirhuta, reflecting its significance in the cultural and literary heritage of the Maithili-speaking people..