The Significance of English in Today's World

Abstract

India is experiencing the joy of learning and using the English language for its well-being. It is not only a linking language but also a survival language. It is not limited to native speakers anymore but beyond the borders of a foreign land. It is now owned by every common man who wishes to exchange his thoughts, feelings, and ideas. Technology plays a very important role in connecting people through the English language. The roots of the English language especially spread through technology and we owe to it a lot. English remained to be the sole language deeply rooted and gained great prominence in Indian history though many foreign languages crept into the country. English has been the medium of communication ever since globalization started. It is accessed and in vogue in many parts of the world. It is a dominant language in the world in recent times. Globalization caused a great need for the emergence of the English language. English bridges different cultures and people across nations.

It is a widely accepted truth that English does occupy an important place in the present-day world therefore, it is important to see whether students possess the ability to interact and communicate in English. Tyagi (2015) highlights a present-day challenge for the teacher, to cater to the practical needs of the learners. It is a dire responsibility of a teacher, to make learners practically interactive and develop good communicative skills.