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Course Description 2023-24
This paper introduces students to contemporary Hindi language through a series of exercises testing grammar, reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
During the first couple of weeks, students are introduced to the Devanagari alphabet and learn basic vocabulary. They are also exposed to the Hindi sentence structure, and simple grammar through visual aids and online programmes. The class material includes a text book, reading passages and handouts that gradually enhance the students’ proficiency. In addition to this, students read a variety of texts in modern Hindi as part of language exercises for translation which in turn builds vocabulary.
Form and Conduct
This paper will consist of two parts: a written paper (70 marks) and an oral examination (30 marks). The written paper will consist of two sections: Section A will contain a text comprehension exercise in Hindi (20 marks) and a ‘fill in the blanks’ exercise to test students’ grammar (20 marks). Section B will contain a translation exercise from Hindi to English (15 marks), and a translation exercise from English to Hindi (15 marks). The oral examination will consist of three sections. All timings are approximate and the oral examinations are recorded: (a) Listening and comprehension test (10 marks); (b) Role-play (10 marks); (c) Discussion on a given topic (10 marks). Five minutes will be given for part (a) of the oral and ten minutes in total will be given for Sections (b) and (c).
This description is subject to change, for the latest information, students should consult the Undergraduate Handbook available on the Faculty Intranet.