Language: The Flesh And Blood of Our Culture

Abstract

This study reveals the importance of learning English for flesh and blood. It is observed that we need English not only for operational purposes but also for identifying ourselves with those who use the language in India and abroad. Two main kinds of motivation are at work in our approach to English learning: Instrumental and Integrative. But the increasing awareness of the importance of English in the world should compel us to learn it for special or specific purposes and for widening our intellectual horizon.