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Aniket Danjanshwoor HindeAIR 81· 2023

Question Q.20CommentGS1GS1

Communalism gains strength from economic deprivation, and thrives in environments of social exclusion, creating fertile ground for discontent and division. Comment.

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Introduction

Communalism refers to placing interests of one religion over another or over national interests. It often lead to clashes. Eg: Babri Masjid (1992), Godhra riots (2002), etc.

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Main Body

Factors for Communalism

(A) Economic Deprivation

1Muslims lagged to picking western education in 19th century → Hindus held high post → deprived muslims → Results like Mapilla revolt.
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  • Clear definition of communalism
  • Provides historical examples (Babri Masjid 1992, Godhra 2002)
  • Begins analysis with economic deprivation as a factor
  • Makes connection between education disparity and communal tensions

Topper

Aniket Danjanshwoor Hinde

AIR 812023

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

Indian Society

Communalism

Communalism and Social Exclusion

Writing Stats

56

Total words

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