As of July 2025, which of the following is NOT a classical language?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
In India, certain languages have been accorded the status of "Classical Language."
These include Tamil, Sanskrit, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Odia.
These languages possess an ancient history and a rich literary tradition.
Their traditions date back thousands of years.
Hindi has not yet received the status of a Classical Language.
Although Hindi is the official language of India,
it has not been included in the category of Classical Languages.
Therefore, it stands apart from the other options.