<P> The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists 22 languages , which have been referred to as scheduled languages and given recognition , status and official encouragement . In addition , the Government of India has awarded the distinction of classical language to Kannada , Malayalam , Odia , Sanskrit , Tamil and Telugu . Classical language status is given to languages which have a rich heritage and independent nature . </P>
<P> The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution lists 22 languages , which have been referred to as scheduled languages and given recognition , status and official encouragement . In addition , the Government of India has awarded the distinction of classical language to Kannada , Malayalam , Odia , Sanskrit , Tamil and Telugu . Classical language status is given to languages which have a rich heritage and independent nature . </P>
how many languages are recognised by indian constitution
how many languages are recognised by indian constitution
22
22