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RakhiAIR 65

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भारतीय राजनीति में सामप्रदायिकता को बढ़ाने में ऐतिहासिक और सामाजिक-राजनीतिक कारकों की भूमिका का परीक्षण कीजिए। (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए) / Examine the role of historical and socio-political factors in driving communalism in Indian politics. (Answer in 150 words)

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Introduction

Communalism is referred to as difference of opinion, conflicts and ideology due to belonging to different religion, which has influenced Indian politics (eg) Saffron vote (Thomas Hoover)

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Main Body

Historical factors in communalism

1Colonial legacy - following the policy of divide and rule after Revolt of 1857 (eg) Partition of Bengal
2Hindu scriptures, where ancient Vedas are related to Hinduism, considered a golden age of India, while medieval as dark age (Muslim rule)
3Role of revivalists (eg) Vivekananda, Armedyt Movement (eg) Sri Syed Ahmad Khan

penduluing 2 nation theory and pleasing butchers for benefits

4Communal organisations (eg) RSS, Hindu Mahasabha, Muslim league.

Socio-political factors in communalism

1Politics of religion as innate part of political culture (eg) Few ideas
2Formation of stereotype (eg) of non co-habitation of Hindus and Muslims (eg) by social conditionals (Namdami)
3Used for benefits (eg) for Minority Appeasement & as for vote bank
4Saffronism - on social media, leading to hate crimes and Mob lynching (eg) Palgaun case
5Lack of education - to Muslim segments (historically backward)

Thus, need is for printing cultural symbiosis as was demonstrated by Bhakti and Sufi Movement working together

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Conclusion

Thus, need is for printing cultural symbiosis as was demonstrated by Bhakti and Sufi Movement working together

17 words

  • Identifies historical period (colonial era)
  • Mentions key figures and movements
  • Structural approach with numbered points
  • References specific events like Partition of Bengal

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Rakhi

AIR 65

Subject & Paper

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Topic

Effects of Globalization on Indian society. Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism & Secularism.

Communalism

Historical and socio-political factors in communalism

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