The Indian society is impulse for social change and reform was a response to its opposition to colonial rule. Examine. (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks
Introduction
the Indian society is a constellation of several ideologies, traditions, caste, religion & practices evolving over years.
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Main Body
[Reforms by colonial rule]:
Indian society's impulse for social change as colonial opposition :-
① Seen as intervention in local practices & lifestyles by Indians
[EX] tribal wealth against Dikus
② affecting rural setup in personal & professional spheres
[EX] turn trouble faced by Indians
in family (Widows remarriage) & farm (agriculture /land revenue policies)
Not as a response to colonial opposition
④ It was rather to maintain status quo. [EX] Brahmin upper class reacted to reforms as it diluted their status
⑤ So continuous patriarchal setup
[EX] impulse against Women education
⑥ Observantism over rationality in name of religion
[EX] in response to ban of Sati
hence, the opposition to social reform was a result of mix of these factors both to status
Conclusion
hence, the opposition to social reform was a result of mix of these factors both to status
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Diagram
Flowchart showing Reforms by colonial rule with branches for Women rights, Widow remarriage, Caste against, Untouchability, and Abandonment
- Provides diagram for clarity
- Identifies key social reform areas
- Connects colonial rule to social change
Annapurna Singh
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
Social Reform and Colonial Impact
Colonial Opposition and Social Change
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Analytical
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