This is the first part of an interview with Dr. Rajendra Bimal, a veteran in language and literature from Janakpur. Dr. Bimal earned doctorate degree in linguistics in three languages English, Nepali and Maithili. He has also been awarded with honorary PhD for his contribution in language, literature and culture of Maithili language from Maithili Vishwa Vidhyapeeth India. He is a linguist, litterateur, professor, poet, author, cultural activist and academician.
Dr. Bimal speaks on the following key points:
- His professional growth with English
- Memorable moments as an English teacher that have left lasting impression on him
- Key changes in the scenario of English in Nepal (teaching/learning/practices)
- English as an interdisciplinary field
The second part of this interview will be posted in the July Issue.
The Choutari team thank Mr. Praveen Kumar Yadav for preparing this issue of Oral History Project.
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