Class 12 English Unit 17: Critical Writing Language Development Section

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Critical Thinking

a.      Iqbal is addressed as Babu Sahib by general folk simply because he knew English. Are Nepali people who can speak English taken with respect? Discuss the importance of learning English in the Nepali context.

In the essay “Train to Pakistan”, the author presents Iqbal as a prestigious person as he knows English well. Furthermore, he is addressed as Babu Sahib by general folk simply because he knew English. In Nepalese context, people give respect to people who can speak English, too. English plays quite a multi-dimensional role in day to day life in present Nepalese context. Speaking English and having wide knowledge of it is widely respected in the Nepalese society. The influence of English is high in the education system of Nepal as well. English is taken as a compulsory subject in schools and colleges and universities. It is used as a medium of communication in banks, bus stations, airways, educational sector, medical, private sector, etc. English is a link language and is used in trade and business both at national and international level.

b.     Do you agree with Iqbal’s comments on crime and punishment? In your view, what should the state, society and individuals do for peace and order in social lives?

Yes, I support the way Iqbal comments on crime and punishment in the essay “Train to Pakistan.” Everyone has a role in the world. People should be kind to each other and mediate fairly if any conflict arises in the place. Peace-building strategies, conflict management, conflict resolution, and nonviolence should be followed by everybody. The role of society is to help people be included in order to improve social cohesion and build on human relations in society, which leads to peace and growth. It helps communities build the skills they need to protect themselves, which helps build peace. The role of the State is to protect and improve the economic and political interests of the people who run the country.

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