Which of the following is TRUE of the study of classical language as advocated by National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 ?

The correct option is "Study of classical language as an additional option during secondary stage."

Explanation:

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 lays special emphasis on the promotion of Indian languages, art, and culture. Regarding classical languages (such as Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Odia, etc.), NEP 2020 recommends that:

1. Classical languages will be offered as an additional option, generally at the secondary stage of schooling.
2. It should be available as a choice for students alongside or in addition to the Three-Language Formula, but not forced as a core compulsory language over other standard requirements.
3. This approach ensures that interested students have the opportunity to study rich literature and cultural heritage of classical languages without compromising the core linguistic structure established under the Three-Language Formula.

Therefore, the policy advocates for classical languages to be studied as an additional optional subject during the secondary stage.