TAMILNADUEXAMS

Classical Languages of India

India’s classical languages are an integral part of its cultural and historical heritage, representing rich linguistic traditions and centuries of literary evolution. These languages were recognized as classical by the Indian government based on their antiquity, unique literary traditions, and profound influence on Indian culture.

LanguageYear of Declaration
Tamil12 October 2004
Sanskrit25 November 2005
Kannada31 October 2008
Malayalam23 May 2013
Odia20 February 2014
Assamese3 October 2024
Bengali3 October 2024
Marathi3 October 2024
Pali3 October 2024
Prakrit3 October 2024

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