ROYAL VIDYALAYA CBSE

English project
Session: 2024 - 2025

Submitted by: Thavaneesh. M

Class: XIIth
Roll.no. (CBSE)

Submitted to:
Nandhini.M. N
 CERTIFICATE
ROYAL VIDYALAYA CBSE SCHOOL

This is to certify that the original and genuine

investigation into the subject matter and related data
collection has been completed solely, sincerely and
satisfactorily. The project title “IMPORTANCE OF
MOTHER TONGUE” submitted by -M. Thavaneesh is
the record of student work carried out under supervision
as the part of English project during academic
session2024-2025.This certifies that the student has
worked genuinely, conducting the necessary research
and presenting original findings through their own
efforts.
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I am deeply grateful to CBSE and my school,Royal
Vidyalaya CBSE , for giving me the opportunity to
explore a relevant and relatable issue while honing my
language,collaboration and leadership skills.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to my school

principal, Ms. R.Jayanthi Ramasubramaniam, for
providing the resources and facilities to carry out my
English project successfully. Her willingness to support
student research has been invaluable.

I am extremely thankful to my English teacher,

Ms.Nandhini, for her constant guidance, encouragement
and supervision throughout my project work. Her
knowledge and experience in the subject helped me
substantially in clarifying my doubts and conducting
systematic research. I am truly grateful for the time she
invested in overseeing my project.

I would also like to acknowledge my classmates for their

assistance. Lastly, I must thank my parents for their
unending support and encouragement throughout this
endeavor.
 Index

 INTRODUCTION
 IMPACT ON CHILD PSYCHOLOGY
 IMPORTANCE OF MOTHER TONGUE
 ROLE OF MOTHER TONGUE IN CHILD
DEVELOPMENT
 ADVANTAGES OF MOTHER TONGUE IN
EDUCATION
 THE LAST LESSON
 THE PRESENT SCENARIO
 CONFIDENCE AND AWARENESS WITH
MOTHER TO TONGUE
 INFERENCE
 CONCLUSION
 BIOLIOGRAPHY
INTRODUCTION:

Language is defined as a tool for communication that

consists of a set of sounds and written symbols, which are used
by people for talking or writing. Many languages across the
globe are shrinking because they are not widely adopted or
spoken in their regions. There are 3 billion people across the
globe make up the below list of most widely spoken mother
tongue languages.

Mother’s tongue is defined as the first language a child is

exposed to from the time of birth and this language is first
naturally acquired by humans is called mother tongue. It is
associated with the language that a child’s parent use to
communicate with them, also called the native tongue.
However, there a situation foreign language is rapidly growing
because of increased of human migration and the growing
popularity of international schools, the number of children are
learning in a language L2 (foreign language) other than their
mother tongue.
IMPACT ON CHILD PSYCHOLOGY:

Learning in the mother tongue can effectively prevent

learning gaps that occur during the learning process. Children
strongly believe that the idea of early learning in their mother
tongue can there are 3 billion people across the globe make up
the below list of most widely spoken mother tongue languages.
Mother’s tongue is defined as the first language a child is
exposed to from the time of birth and this language is first
naturally acquired by humans is called mother tongue. It is
associated with the language that a child’s parent use to
communicate with them, also called the native tongue.
However, there a situation foreign language is rapidly growing
because of increased of human migration and the growing
popularity of international schools, the number of children is
leaning in a language L2 (foreign language) other than their
mother tongue
 ROLE OF MOTHER TONGUE IN
CHILD DEVELOPMENT:

It is also well- known that a strong mother tongue

foundation equips children with the skills needed to learn
additional languages. It allows them to transfer their
understanding of language structures to new languages. the
intuitive understanding of grammar that develops. when
children learn their first language can easily be passed on to
other language.
When multilingualism becoming an increasingly sought-
after attribute within the workplace, this advantage cannot be
aerated, globalization and increased co – operation bemoan
nations means that, in many organizations to have language
skills in addition to beings a specialist within a particular field.
Language and mother tongue also play a huge role in the
development of personal, social and cultural identify. children
with a strong foundation in their first language often display a
deeper understanding of themselves and their place within
society, along with an increased sense of well-being and
confidence. naturally, this flows down into every aspect of their
lives, including their academic achievement.
ADVANTAGES OF MOTHER TONGUE
IN EDUCATION:

There are many benefits ta a child learning in their

mother tongue language in the classroom:
• The Mother tongue makes it easier for children to
pick up and learn other languages.
• Mother tongue develops a child’ s personal, social
and cultural identify.
• Using mother tongue helps a child develops their
critical thinking and literacy skills.
• Research shown that children learning in mother
tongue adopt a better understanding of the curriculum.
• Skills learnt in mother tongue do not have to be re –
taught when the child transfers to a second language.
• Children learning in mother tongue enjoy school
more and learn faster due to feeling comfortable in their
environment.
• Self – esteem is higher for children learning in
mother tongue.
• Parent child interaction increases as the parent can
assist with homework.
 THE LAST LESSON:

The story ‘’ THE LAST LESSON ‘’ converses the theme

of mother language. here the French language of the people of
Alsace and Lorraine was forcefully taken away by the
conquerors, the germen’s and enforced their language, German
on them, so the lesson discusses the importance and value of
mother language to the citizens of a country.
The lesson raises many questions about one ‘s language.
culture and individuals’ freedoms. we can hear silent protest
and attempt of repressions through out the story against the
hijacking of their mother language and imposing a foreign
language to them. the Prussians in the story have declared
through. the order from berlin that their whole purpose was not
only to rule the territory but also to resign over the mind of the
people by imposing their language on them. the story enforces
the facts that we value something more than we lose it that is
what we see here with the people of Alsace and Lorraine. they
assembled in the last class of M. Hamel to pay tribute to their
language which is no more theirs.
 THE PRESENT SCENARIO:

The present situation existing around us is something like

what has been discussed in the story. the mother tongue of ours
is getting forgotten even at the primary stage of our education
then no need of thinking about the higher education Spector’s.
even through human brain is capable of learning multiple
languages, our educational system ignores to extend the due
respect to our own mother tongue.
The language imposed on us through educational medium,
technology, science, countered and globalization.
comprehends what is around them through their mother
language and they hear and learn to speak with their mother
tongue (language) is very necessary for comprehensive
development also they can become more confident and
discover more.
CONFIDENCE AND AWARENESS
WITH MOTHER TO TONGUE:

It can easily understand the difference in learning or

development with the mother tongue as a medium of instruction
because knowledge of the native (mother) language (tongue) not
only brings a person confidence but also helps to create a sense of
awareness in an individual. No matter what a person aspires to be,
it is extremely fulfilling and if the student is with a good grip on
the mother tongue for their learning then they always have an upper
hand among others who study from a difficult medium. Having
confidence in learning means the ability to prevent the extremely
difficult in understanding and communicating.
Therefore, mother tongue in the educational process is valuable due
to several reasons; it facilitates great confidence in understanding
and communicating different also helping to adopt new skills
which are required. Moreover, every child first comprehends
what is around them through their mother language and they
hear and learn to speak with their mother tongue (language) is
very necessary for comprehensive development also they can
become more confident and discover more.
INFERENCE:

• On the other hand, only 10 % people speak their

mother language in their offices ,schools , etc. showing that
English has overtaken all other languages as a world formal
language. we also see that 18% never and 13% occasionally
speak their mother language in the professional space, which is
a great concern.
• After further research, I found that these 31% people
are mostly children and teenagers, which shows that the current
older generations still have affection for their mother
languages, whereas the present generations are shifting more
towards English.
 CONCLUSION:

In conclusion, the importance of one ‘s mother tongue

transcends mere words. It is a cornerstone of heritage, a
key to effective communication, and a symbol of
personal identity. embracing and preserving mother
tongue not only enriches our individuals lives but also
contributes to a more inclusive and diverse global
community. It is a celebration of the myriad ways in
which humanity expresses itself, a reminder of our
shared linguistic tapestry, and a path to understanding
and appreciating the rich mosaic of human culture.
BIOLIOGRAPHY:

 www. Importance of mother tongue. co. in

 google images
 www. Wikipedia. com