English is an old language. It came into the subcontinent India with the English rulers. Since then, the people of the subcontinent have
been under the influence of English Language. It was Sir Syed Ahmad Khan who
urged the Muslims to study English. His efforts in this context are
praiseworthy. Under his advice, the Muslims learnt English and began to compete
with the Hindus in every field of life. Had they not learnt English, they would
have remained backwards. The importance of English in the modern world can be
studied under the following topics:
English is almost an international language. It is spoken and
read in almost every country of the world. It has linked various parts of the
world and has promoted understanding among people of different countries. Its
knowledge is essential for the promotion of international understanding. Pakistan
is a country where people love to speak and study in their mother tongue.
They like to speak Punjabi, Urdu, Sindhi Balochi and Pushto. But still,
it’s not possible in Pakistan to convert subject books into the native
languages. English is a language which can foster unity among the people of
four provinces.
English has become a language of knowledge and learning. All our
scientific and technical knowledge is present in this language. It deals with
commerce and trade. All our foreign trade is done through this language. The
knowledge of medicine, engineering, technology, surgery and military equipment
communicated to us in this language.
The best material of education and literature is found in
English. No other the language of the world gives us standard terminology and
symbols in various branches of science and technology. Knowledge of English is
necessary for getting employment at home and abroad. English has played a very
important role In our struggle for independence. All the activities in this
respect were carried through the medium of English Language.
It is very hard to do away with English. It has its roots very
deep in our society now. It has been an official language for more than two
centuries in the sub-continent India. It is used in the working of our
executive and judiciary. It is taught in our schools and colleges and
universities. The doctors, engineers, teachers and other educated people use
this language for communication of ideas nationally and internationally. Our
educated people have great love for it. The importance of Urdu language cannot
be underrated, but it is still in its infancy. It cannot compete with English
as regards its vocabulary and scope. We can say that the future of English in
Pakistan is quite safe. Yet we cannot do away with it.
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