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Introduction
Regionalism refers to ideology of shared pride among members of a coherent geographical unit, demanding developmental and other benefits vis-a-vis other parts of country.
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Main Body
Ensures non-imposition of dominant ideologies, saving unique ulture.
Ex: Tamil Nadu against Hindi imposition.
Allows for a greater voice in decision-making by demands for representation.
Ex: Fixed member of seat demand for southern state to Delimitation.
Regionalism has spurred regional parties who advocate greater resources.
Ex: TDP selling 30,000 rs for the development of Amaravati.
Guarantees the diverse issues to be not lost in the maze of national concern
Ex: Developmental concern of Borderland region.
Ignites feelings of separatism when stretched to extreme ends.
Ex: Demands for Khalistan state
May lead to regional demands overshadowing national requirements.
Ex: Demand for greater resources to Nagaland and create Nagalism.
Threaten national integrity
May hold national interest hostage to political narrow ends.
Ex: FTAs with other countries requiring capability from all sections
May create vested power groups.
Use of Zonal councils to resolve disputes
Ex: HM holding ZC meeting
Framework of Cooperative federalism to be strengthen (Sarkaria Commission)
Thus regionalism needs to be balanced with national interest for 'Samskrit se Samridhi'
Conclusion
Thus regionalism needs to be balanced with national interest for 'Samskrit se Samridhi'
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- Clear definition provided
- Good use of relevant case studies
Amrit Mahapatra
Regionalism
Benefits and Empowerment
Representation and cultural protection
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