Assamese Language Achieves Classical Language Status After Union Cabinet Approval
In a historic development for the Assamese language, the Union Cabinet has officially recognized it as a Classical Language. This marks a significant milestone, as Assamese now joins an elite group of languages in India with this esteemed title. Until now, only six Indian languages had received such recognition, making this achievement a long-awaited dream for many.
To be honored as a Classical Language, a language must have a documented history of 1,500 to 2,000 years, along with ancient literature and original works. Assamese, with its rich heritage spanning over a thousand years, meets all these criteria. Its recognition reflects not only the cultural depth of the language but also its literary significance.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X (formerly Twitter) to announce the decision, expressing his joy at the Cabinet’s approval. He wrote, “কেন্দ্ৰীয় মন্ত্ৰীসভাৰ অনুমোদন পোৱাৰ পিছত অসমীয়াই এতিয়া ধ্ৰুপদী ভাষাৰ মৰ্যাদা লাভ কৰাত মই অতিশয় আনন্দিত হৈছোঁ। অসমীয়া সংস্কৃতিয়ে যুগ যুগ ধৰি উজ্বলি উঠিছে আৰু আমাক এক চহকী সাহিত্যিক পৰম্পৰা প্ৰদান কৰিছে। আগন্তুক সময়ত এই ভাষা আৰু অধিক জনপ্ৰিয় হৈ পৰক। সকলোকে মই অভিনন্দন জনালোঁ।”
This decision is seen as a major boost to the Assamese-speaking community, elevating the status of the language on both national and global platforms. The recognition of Assamese as a Classical Language is not just a symbolic honor but a reflection of the language’s historical significance and its contributions to India’s diverse cultural fabric.
The move has sparked widespread celebrations across Assam, as scholars, linguists, and cultural enthusiasts hail this long-awaited recognition. The title will help further preserve and promote Assamese literature, culture, and history, providing a platform for greater academic and cultural exploration.
In summary, the Union Cabinet’s decision to grant Classical Language status to Assamese is a proud moment for the state of Assam, marking a new chapter in the preservation and celebration of its cultural heritage.
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কেন্দ্ৰীয় মন্ত্ৰীসভাৰ অনুমোদন পোৱাৰ পিছত অসমীয়াই এতিয়া ধ্ৰুপদী ভাষাৰ মৰ্যাদা লাভ কৰাত মই অতিশয় আনন্দিত হৈছোঁ। অসমীয়া সংস্কৃতিয়ে যুগ যুগ ধৰি উজ্বলি উঠিছে আৰু আমাক এক চহকী সাহিত্যিক পৰম্পৰা প্ৰদান কৰিছে। আগন্তুক সময়ত এই ভাষা আৰু অধিক জনপ্ৰিয় হৈ পৰক। সকলোকে মই অভিনন্দন…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 3, 2024
