English syllabus
It leaves no room for any doubt that the present syllabuses of English for class VI to X are excellent, but there are some flaws in them. I am trying to focus on these flaws. First of all, it is universally acknowledged that to write a correct sentence, the role of grammar is undeniable, i.e. tense, voice, idioms and phrases, pair of words etc. These are the basic data of English language needed to write a good sentence and correct English. But it is an irony of fate that these are not taught in our schools any longer. Teachers alone cannot be blamed for this lapse. There is no emphasis on learning grammar in the new syllabus. Our teachers are not paying due attention to grammar either.
They make their students experts in the art of memorising. As a result, every year a large number of students cut a sorry figure in English exams. Students are totally ignoring grammar.
The authorities concerned are requested to ponder over this matter and include at least 20 marks on the keynotes of grammar. Otherwise, learning good English will ever remain an elusive goal for all of us.
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