QUESTION

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Art & Culture

Prelims 2015

Which one of the following was given classical language status recently?

Select an option to attempt

Explanation

  • Assamese is the most recent language to receive Classical Language status in India.
  • It was granted the status on 3 October 2024 by the Union Cabinet.
  • Therefore, among the given options, Assamese is the latest addition.

Classical Languages of India

  • Existing (Before 2024):

    • Tamil (2004)
    • Sanskrit (2005)
    • Telugu (2008)
    • Kannada (2008)
    • Malayalam (2013)
    • Odia (2014)
  • New Additions in 2024:

    • Marathi
    • Bengali
    • Assamese
    • Pali
    • Prakrit

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