Should dialects be allowed on air?

Cooper (UK)

Dialects are an important part of local culture and now many kids even don’t know how to speak their dialects because the dominant use of Mandarin around them. It would be a pity if future generations were unable to understand the local dialects that are used by their predecessors. It would be a terrible break in cultural heritage.

Beside, in south China, dialects are used more widely than Mandarin, and the programs about local people’s daily life are more vivid when presented in local dialects.

The Henan Song and Dance Troupe gives amodern drama in the local dialect. [Photo/IC]