English Language, Indian Culture and ‘Globalisation’

H. Shukla
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A teacher not only gives direction to but also shapes culture. As such, he needs to define the complexity of cultural ethos of his times. English language, Indian culture and ‘Globalisation’ are part of our common heritage, and we study these to define an identity for ourselves. Sabda as Brahman or Word as God points to a mystery beyond the obvious. Language and culture are inseparable and both demand care and attention for their preservation. Introduction of English language in India was part of a hidden agenda of colonisation. English is necessary, but so is the knowledge of our roots. We have fallen for Macaulay's trap and neglected our culture and tradition. The recovery lies in rediscovering the living tenets of Indian culture.
英语、印度文化和“全球化”
教师不仅指导文化,而且塑造文化。因此,他需要定义他所处时代文化气质的复杂性。英语、印度文化和“全球化”是我们共同遗产的一部分,我们学习这些是为了定义我们自己的身份。作为婆罗门的Sabda或作为上帝的Word指向一个超越显而易见的奥秘。语言和文化是不可分割的,两者都需要保护和关注。在印度引入英语是隐藏的殖民议程的一部分。英语是必要的,但我们的根的知识也是必要的。我们掉进了麦考利的陷阱,忽视了我们的文化和传统。复苏在于重新发现印度文化中鲜活的信条。
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