Second language scenario of Bangladesh: Formal learning of English vs Informal learning of Hindi

Abstract

A person's second language is not the one they use as comfortably as their native one. Still, an aftermath of globalization, we must acknowledge the need to learn foreign languages. In this study, the main base is to point out the coexistence and magnitude of these languages, and it has done through sculpting the premise with the concepts of second language acquisition, then moving straight to the condition of English - its usage, formal teaching, future challenges, and finishing off by the exposure of Hindi. The results of this study indicate that this bilingual situation in Bangladesh has improved career opportunities with enhanced multitasking abilities of the learner. The widespread use of English in personal and professional sectors has been pointed out here. However, the mere use of Hindi on professional grounds and casual use in personal sectors have also been pointed out here. While talking about the condition of English in academic corners, there is a clear indication that with efficient teaching methods and processes, Bangladesh can face future challenges in English language learning. Moreover, the main reason for the exposure to Hindi can be summed up with internet and the availability of TV cable.