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MBBS Courses in Regional Languages will Limit the Knowledge

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eMediNexus    21 November 2022

After the Madhya Pradesh government decided to offer medical education in Hindi, many doctors came forward with their opinions on the move. They stated that the course in Hindi can initially benefit rural students; however, it will severely restrict their potential for advancement and knowledge.

 

As a part of the plan, Home Minister Mr. Amit Shah released textbooks for three subjects in Hindi for first-year students of the MBBS course in October. He contended that the law was enacted to begin technical and medical education in the country in eight other languages. He went on to say that students must overcome their sense of linguistic inferiority and demonstrate command of their native tongue.

 

On the other hand, Dr. J. A. Jayalal, a former national president of the Indian Medical Association, argued that this move can hinder their development. He reasoned that medical education cannot be taught solely through textbooks; it also necessitates reading numerous worldwide research papers, journals, etc. all of which are written in English. He further added that no medical publications are available in Indian languages. Hence, rural, and regional pupils education at the school level needs to be improved to become fluent in English. 

 

(Source: https://www.telegraphindia.com/edugraph/news/knowledge-will-get-limited-with-mbbs-in-regional-language-doctors/cid/1899342 )

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