Question 10
EasyOriginal questionIn how many languages does the Sahitya Akademi give its annual awards?
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CorrectNot quiteAnswer D
Correct answer: D
Explanation
The Akademi gives awards in the 24 languages it recognises.
22 is the number of languages in the Eighth Schedule; the Akademi also recognises English and Rajasthani.
Worth noting
24, not 22: the Akademi's list is the Eighth Schedule plus English and Rajasthani.
- Concept
- Sahitya Akademi languages
- Typical timeTypical
- 40 s
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