Consider the following statements about the literary language Apabhramsha: 1. It appeared in recognisable forms by the sixth century. 2. In developed out of mixtures of regional vernaculars with the Prakrits and Sanskrit. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

CDS I 2025 Question

 

Consider the following statements about the literary language Apabhramsha:

1. It appeared in recognisable forms by the sixth century.

2. In developed out of mixtures of regional vernaculars with the Prakrits and Sanskrit.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • A. 1 only
  • B. 2 only
  • C. Both 1 and 2
  • D. Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: Option C