English language Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“My plea is for banishing the English language as a cultural usurper, as we successfully banished the political rule of the English usurper.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, Mahatma Gandhi, 1930
Calls for cultural decolonization by rejecting English language dominance.
In simple terms: Reject linguistic imperialism.
Promote native languages.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- political activism
- media
- policy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can languages coexist peacefully?
- What are effective ways to revitalize native tongues?
May ignore practical communication needs.