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22 G-Talk Is the Assamese language losing significance among the youth? GPLUS AUG 24 - AUG 30, 2013 POINT Dr Paromananda Rajbongshi Vice President, Asam Sahitya Sabha In recent times, in Assam, we are talking about problems like ethnic clashes, and identity crises of the indigenous people. These are considered to be the burning problems of Assam. This is true, but with this, there is another important aspect, which is related to our roots – our mother tongue. The future of our state depends upon the politicians and respected intellectuals of the state. But in this age of globalisation, nobody has sensed the massive problem, which is the future of the indigenous language. We lost our language right at the moment when the demand for Meghalaya, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh and other new states were created, bifurcating greater Assam, was “ fulfilled. I do not know why nobody has ever been able to raise a voice against it. The Assamese language was not only the language of Assam but once it was the connecting language of the whole Northeast. Now, every linguist and intellectual would acknowledge the fact that unlike Karbi, Bodo and other tribal languages, the Assamese language was never a language of a single community. Back in 1960, the language was recognised as the state language but due to the negligence shown on the part of the state government, the recognition was not comprehended and implemented properly. Therefore, now we are suffering from some apprehensions. The prime reason for this is that no language will survive if we do not give importance to the practical aspect of it or if we do not frame some rules for the language both in the academic and intellectual fields. Let us take the examples of the English language. If we decrease the usage and omit some rules from it, then the popularity of the language will recede automatically. Because of the importance given to the English language by different countries, it has become one of the major languages in the world. However, at the same time, if we look into countries like China and Japan, we see that these countries have not paid much attention to the We lost our language right at the moment when the demand for Meghalaya, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh and other new states were created, bifurcating greater Assam, was fulfilled. English language. But, this has not hindered their progress. Are these countries lagging behind in any way? Therefore, the situation prevalent across India and Assam regarding the English language is similar to that of the slavery of the British. I would like to say it as, ‘We have not been able to be independent from the slavery of the British’. There is no doubt that if the Sanskrit or Hindi language had been the foundation, then we would have used these languages in our practical lives. We think that if we want to make use of the computer, we need to know English and with this mentality, we ourselves have imposed the chain of slavery of the British over us. There is no chance that we can leave this language. Because of the government’s negligence towards the Assamese language, the new generation is slowly forgetting its use automatically. We cannot blame them. Even if some people consider me controversial, I must say that the Asom Sahitya Sabha has not found any reason to challenge the use of English. But, one thing I must say that if somebody wants to become famous without having the knowledge of the Assamese language, then he or she would be like a rootless tree. Priyashree Kashyap Assamese film actor COUNTERPOINT Tumi Axomiya niki? (Are you an Assamese) Spending 8 years in the dream city Mumbai, this has been one of the most stimulating moments for me. The love and pride for the language has always been superlative. The thought of the Assamese language losing its grip or even accusing the youth for it, doesn’t seem true to me. The funny contradiction here is that the people, who enrol us into convents and English medium schools as a child expecting us to speak, read and write in English, are the same ones who question and accuse us for not being an expert in our own language. Gratified people including our loved ones are a myth. Assamese youth We expect our elders to correct and guide us when we are wrong and not isolate or underestimate us. We can never equal the finesse and knowledge about the language as compared to our elders “ have spread like an epidemic in the last 10 to 15 years over the most influential and diversified capitals like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangaluru and Chennai. Also to mention the most powerful United States of America. The youth today are independent, responsive, intelligent, strong, risk-takers and skilled, balancing the inner and the outer world with conviction and pride. It’s the present and certainly the potential of a forward and a progressive community, leading towards a stronger and a smarter country. Youth of our state today work for Multinational companies, International Firms, Medical and educational fields and entertainment. These work profiles majorly use the English language making it more prominent amongst the youth. But this doesn’t signify the fading-away of our beautiful Assamese language. The young Assamese, living outside the state, celebrate Bihu, Dugra Puja and other festivals with the same amount of love, enthusiasm and zeal as we do here. Hearing them sing “Oo mur apunar dekh” is the most enchanting sight during these festivals. The massive MTV culture may have limited the use of the local language amongst the youth, but it doesn’t make us any less “Axomiya.” The beauty of these Assamese youth is that, along with Bhagat Singh and Sukhdev, we are aware of the struggle of Kanaklata, Joimoti, Lachit Borphukan and Tarunram Phukan. We are aware of the creative excellence of Dr. Bhupen Hazarika as well as youth icon Papon. The way we dance to Bollywood tunes is the same way we move with grace to Bihu too. The Assamese language has seen a high last month when Jhanu Barua’s “Bandhon” was released outside the state. It’s the first Assamese release in a market which is dominated by Hindi Film Industry. Maybe, we speak in English, but we think, see, feel, smile and cry in Assamese. Time changes the way of life and food habits, but our roots remain the same and language is an integral part of it. We may be living in any corner of the globe, but will always introduce ourselves as an Assamese whenever asked. We expect our elders to correct and guide us when we are wrong and not isolate or underestimate us. We can never equal the finesse and knowledge about the language as compared to our elders, but we will continue to learn and preserve it every day. No Dominos and Mc Donalds can replace a “Khaar khuwa Axomiya”.
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