What were the various ways in which nationalism manifested itself in India after the advent of Mahatma Gandhi?
Introduction
India is often described as 'Tradition in making' by Surendranath Banerjee. Mahatma Gandhi's new movement further strengthened Indian nationalism.
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Ways in which nationalism manifested itself after Gandhi's emergence:
(i) Civil Nationalism based on participation of all section of society, women, Dalit and peasants in mass agitation of Non-Cooperation movement.
(ii) Religious Nationalism: Gandhi took inspiration from Hinduism and Khilafat to create a united identity of Vaishrav Tan Tarah using in his ministry.
(iii) Inclusive nationalism - he protected against caste hierarchy through making 'untouchability' a
- Clear categorization of types of nationalism
- Mentions inclusive participation (women, Dalit, peasants)
- Links religious and political nationalism
- References specific movements (Non-Cooperation)
- Addresses social aspects alongside political
Animesh Jain
The Freedom Struggle
Gandhian Phase
Manifestations of Nationalism under Gandhi
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