Use of French as Modern Language


 
 
Concept Explanation
 

Use of French as Modern Language

Use of French as  Modern Language: The elites in Vietnam were powerfully influenced by Chinese culture. To consolidate their power, the French had to counter this Chinese influence, So, they systematically removed the traditional educational stem and established French schools for the Vietnamese. Chinese, the language used by the elites of Vietnam had to be replaced. There were two different opinions about which language should be accepted: French or Vietnamese

1.  Supporters of French Some policy-makers emphasised the need to use the French language as the medium of instruction. By learning this language, they thought, that Vietnamese would be introduced to the culture and civilisation of France. This would help to create an Asiatic France solidly tied to European France. The educated people in Vietnam would respect French sentiments and ideals, see the superiority of French culture and work for the French.

2.  Supporters of Vietnamese There were other group of thinkers who opposed to French being the only medium of instruction. They suggested that Vietnamese be taught in lower classes and French in the higher classes. The Vietnamese who could learn French and acquired French culture were to be rewarded with French citizenship.

 
 


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