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The dominance of the English language around the world dates back to the era of British colonialism. English spread across the globe as a consequence of the British Empire and was often imposed on countries as a result of colonialism. But what is the attitude of post-colonial countries to the langua…

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    • Jul 5, 2011 LATEST EPISODE
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    English in Post colonial India

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2011 12:54


    After nearly 200 years of colonial riule in India did the indigenous citizens still want the English language?

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    Transcript -- After nearly 200 years of colonial riule in India did the indigenous citizens still want the English language?

    English in Post colonial Singapore

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2011 5:16


    In Singapore English was adopted as one of the official languages after independence to try and bring together the countries.

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    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2011


    Transcript -- In Singapore English was adopted as one of the official languages after independence to try and bring together the countries.

    English in Post colonial Malaysia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2011 12:36


    The position of English in Malaysia with it's ethnically diverse population is highly contraversial.

    Transcript -- English in Post colonial Malaysia

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    Transcript -- The position of English in Malaysia with it's ethnically diverse population is highly contraversial.

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