India, Jan. 24 -- Call it a colonial hangover or the aspiration to be part of the global dialogue, but Indians have always had a passion for English. In fact, Indian English is a recognised variation of the Queen's English. And thanks to centuries of British colonial rule, Indian languages also lent a fair share of words to English. So India has had a strong influence on the way the language has evolved.

Even then, most Indians go to primary school taught in regional language or vernacular medium. After graduating through college and universities, these students often struggle to match up to their counterparts who have always been schooled in English. Thankfully, technology removes most barriers and gamification of learning and education...