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Which of the following languages is NOT a classical language in India as on June 2022?
Question

Which of the following languages is NOT a classical language in India as on June 2022?

A.

Odia

B.

Bengali

C.

Sanskrit

D.

Tamil

Correct option is B

The correct answer is option is (b) Bengali

Key Points:-

  • While Bengali was recently accorded classical language status by the Union Cabinet in October 2024, as of June 2022, it was not recognized as a classical language.
  • The classical languages recognized in India include Tamil, Sanskrit, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Odia.

More information:

  • Odia: Recognized as a classical language in 2014. It has a rich literary tradition and historical significance.
  •  Sanskrit: Declared a classical language in 2005. It is one of the oldest languages with a profound literary heritage.
  •  Tamil: The first language to be designated as a classical language in 2004. Tamil has an extensive ancient literary tradition.

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