Investigating Impact of English Language in Shaping Personal Identities of Students: A Comparative Study of Private vs Public Schools in Multan City

Abstract

This research examines how English language influences personal identities of students within an aim to explore their perceptions and attitudes towards it’s learning as a second language. Hence, the secondary objective has been to compare English language proficiency levels and usage patterns among students attending private and public schools in Multan. The mixed method has been employed by the researcher. Meanwhile, the sample has been comprised of 300 students taken from public and private schools having the ratio of 150 from each sector. However, the findings indicate that English plays an important role in constructing students’ personal identities and shaping their behaviors. These insights highlight the importance of considering cultural and linguistic contexts in understanding language use in digital communication platforms and promoting inclusive language policies that respect linguistic diversity and cultural heritage.