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Which of the following statements about Classical Language is INCORRECT?

AThe classical language and literature being distinct from modern for a language to be classical.

BAt least two million people must speak the language for it to be considered classical.

CHigh antiquity of a language's early texts over a period of 1500-2000 years for it to be considered classical.

DThe literary tradition be original and not borrowed from another speech community for a language to be classical

Answer:

B. At least two million people must speak the language for it to be considered classical.

Read Explanation:

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


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