Mother Quote by C. V. Raman
“We must teach science in the mother tongue. Otherwise, science will become a highbrow activity. It will not be an activity in which all people can participate.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Education Address, C. V. Raman, 1950
Teaching science in native languages makes it accessible to everyone, preventing it from becoming an elite pursuit.
In simple terms: Science should be understandable to all.
Promote mother‑tongue instruction.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- rural schools
- community workshops
- curriculum design
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language affect scientific comprehension?
- What policies support mother‑tongue curricula?
May limit exposure to international terminology.