http://www.guardian.co.uk/education/2011/jan/11/learning-english-india-dalits-rahman
I thought this article was extremely interesting and important. English is important in many countries, because it can separate rich from poor. The Dalits are building this temple to free them from the oppression of a caste system. School teachers in India are mostly from a high class and mistreat Dalits. With this new temple they are hoping to break from the barrier that separates the castes.
I believe this is a great step for education in India. Everyone, no matter your status or amount of money can get an education. This can help many families, because an education person can get a job. The lower caste can work to keep their families out of poverty.
I agree with your response to this article as well because I also feel that English is very important and can help the poorer people who don't get much chances to better themselves and get a job.
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