A recent article argues that English need not be the main language for teaching in Indian colleges. The writer says using local languages can help more students learn better. This has started a big talk about what language should be used in Indian higher education.
New Delhi, 21 Sep 2025
A recent article argues that English need not be the main language for teaching in Indian colleges. The writer says using local languages can help more students learn better. This has started a big talk about what language should be used in Indian higher education.
Why Some Want Less English in Colleges
Some people think using English makes it hard for rural students to learn. They say students should be able to take tests in their own language. The idea is to check if students know the subject, not how good their English is. But others worry that not using English might cause problems. They think it helps students get good jobs and learn from books and research papers from other countries.
English Helps Many Students Succeed
Many students who first find English hard later do well in their jobs because they learned it. One example is a farmer's son who got better at English and then got into a top college. He now works for big car companies. English also helps Indian students work with people from other countries. It is used in most college books and papers. Many jobs also need good English skills.
English is not a foreign language in India; it is also one of our official languages.
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Updated 21 Sep 2025, 12:01 IST; source: link
