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Words for a Fragile World: Analyzing the Rise of Green Linguistics
(Ecolinguistics) in Contemporary Research

Dr. Ravindra Goswami and
Dr. Ravindra Kumar Singh

Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive content analysis of ecolinguistics, an emerging interdisciplinary field that examines the interrelationship between language and ecological issues. Ecolinguistics explores how language shapes and is shaped by human interactions with the environment, offering critical insights into environmental discourse and sustainability efforts. Through a systematic review of scholarly literature and theoretical frameworks in ecolinguistics, this study identifies key themes, methodologies, and theoretical perspectives that characterize the field's development. The analysis reveals the evolution of ecolinguistics research from its inception to contemporary trends, highlighting the diverse approaches used to study linguistic representations of nature, eco-centric discourses, and linguistic activism in environmental movements. Furthermore, the paper discusses the implications of ecolinguistics research for environmental policy, education, and advocacy, emphasizing its potential to foster ecological awareness and promote sustainable linguistic practices. By mapping the landscape of ecolinguistics, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of how language mediates human-environment relationships and underscores the urgency of integrating linguistic perspectives into broader ecological discourses.

Keywords:Ecolinguistics, language, ecology, environmental discourse

Introduction

In recent years, the intersection of language and ecology has emerged as a fertile ground for interdisciplinary inquiry, giving rise to the field of ecolinguistics. Ecolinguistics investigates the intricate relationship between language and environmental issues, exploring how linguistic structures, discourses, and practices influence and reflect human perceptions, behaviors, and policies towards the natural world. This paper undertakes a systematic content analysis to delineate the evolving landscape of ecolinguistics, tracing its theoretical foundations, methodological approaches, and thematic emphases. The study begins by contextualizing ecolinguistics within the broader frameworks of environmental humanities and linguistic anthropology, highlighting its pivotal role in addressing pressing ecological challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation. By synthesizing a diverse range of scholarly literature, the analysis identifies key themes that have shaped the development of ecolinguistics, including the representation of nature in language, linguistic diversity and environmental justice, eco-critical discourse analysis, and the role of language in sustainable development goals.

Furthermore, this paper explores methodological innovations within ecolinguistics, from discourse analysis and corpus linguistics to ethnographic approaches and linguistic activism, elucidating how these methodologies contribute to a nuanced understanding of language-environment interactions. The research also investigates the implications of ecolinguistics insights for policy-making, environmental education, and advocacy, underscoring the potential of language to catalyze transformative societal change towards ecological sustainability. Ultimately, this content analysis not only maps the contours of ecolinguistics as a burgeoning field of inquiry but also underscores its critical importance in fostering ecologically informed language practices and promoting environmental stewardship. By illuminating the intersections of language and ecology, this paper advocates for the integration of linguistic perspectives into broader environmental discourses, thereby advancing holistic approaches to addressing global environmental challenges in the 21st century.

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Dr. Ravindra Goswami
Seth G.B. Podar College, Nawalgarh Rajasthan
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Dr. Ravindra Kumar Singh
Associate Professor and Head of Department
Department of English and American Studies, K.K.P.G. College, Etawah (U.P.)
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