A classical language is one that possesses an independent literary tradition and a substantial body of ancient written literature. These languages often have historical significance and are typically associated with a rich cultural heritage.

    Even though many classical languages are no longer spoken as native languages, they continue to influence modern languages and cultures serving as vital links to the past, preserving the literary and cultural achievements of earlier civilisations.

    Latin and Ancient Greek, for example, are prominent classical languages. Latin was the language of the Roman Empire and has greatly influenced many modern European languages, while Ancient Greek is known for its literary contributions from authors like Homer. Others include Sanskrit, which is the foundation for many Indian languages having a vast corpus of religious and philosophical texts and Classical Chinese, which has shaped East....