Why is language important in the development of the nation? [5]

The primary purpose of language is communication. In turn, effective communication facilitates development. Communication is an important prerequisite of development and this is manifested through language. ... These set goals in this case, would be education, national unity and/or identity, and socio-economic development.

National language is a driving force behind unity of the nation's people, and makes them distinct from other nations – provided you give your language respect. Giving respect to your national language means that it should be one's primary language, as well as the preferred source of communication at every level.Mar

ghana achieved independence peacefully, while algeria gained independence through an armed struggle.