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Which of the following was the FIRST language to be declared a Classical Language of India?

  1. Tamil
  2. Sanskrit
  3. Telugu
  4. Kannada

Answer: Tamil

Tamil was declared India's first Classical Language in 2004, followed by Sanskrit (2005), Kannada and Telugu (2008), Malayalam (2013), and Odia (2014). Criteria include ancient texts and literary tradition.

Topic Literature - Classical Languages
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC

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