Which of the following statements about Classical Language is INCORRECT?

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RRB Group D 26 Aug 2022 Shift 3 Official Paper

The classical language and literature being distinct from modern for a language to be classical.
At least two million people must speak the language for it to be considered classical.
High antiquity of a language's early texts over a period of 1500-2000 years for it to be considered classical.
The literary tradition be original and not borrowed from another speech community for a language to be classical.

Answer 1

The incorrect option is "At least two million people must speak the language for it to be considered classical".

Key Points

High antiquity of its earliest writings and history as preserved throughout a time span of 1500–2000 years,
a body of classical literature or texts that has been revered as a priceless cultural legacy by successive speakers gives the classical language.
The literary tradition must be unique and unaltered from that of another speaking group.

Additional Information

There may be a break between classical language and its later forms or offshoots since classical language and literature are unique from modern.
India now has six classical languages.
The Indian government has designated certain languages as classical.
In accordance with the Ministry of Culture's rules, classical languages are recognised.