Question 11GS1GS1

In what ways did the events of World War I and its immediate aftermath foster the resurgence of nationalism in Africa and Asia? (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks

Introduction

World War I was the watershed moment of the 20th century, leading to reorganization of European dynamic and resurgence of nationalism in Africa and Asia.

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Main Body

Resurgence of Nationalism in Asia and Africa.

1Defeat of myth of European invincibility => Italy and German armies in included many Asians and Africans.

2Revelation of the true character of European [illegible]

paw use => display of colonialism and imperialism => failure of provisional mission theory.

3Birth of organized new old tionary nationalism => including terrorism and violence.

Eg: Hindustan Socialist Republican Army.

4Increase in popularity and appeal of communism due to victory of proletariat in Russia => rise of leaders like Bhagat Singh, I. Read, Surya Sen etc.

5Economic ramifications of the war => manifesting through inflation, [illegible]

Economic depression etc. => project and popularity among Asia and Africa.

6Backstabbing of European powers => Eg: British passed new labor act. Instead of sway ing war soldiers => feelings of nationalism in India and other countries.

Therefore, World War I was followed by resurgence of nationalism in Asia and Africa and initiated the process of decolonization which ultimately came to fruition after World War II.

171 words7 paragraphs

Clear setup of the topic with historical context
Identifies the watershed moment of WWI
Begins to address the myth of European invincibility

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Topper

Ritika Chitlangia

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

History of the World

World Wars and interwar years

Resurgence of nationalism in Africa and Asia post-WWI

Writing Stats

196

Total words

Paragraphs

analytical and contextual

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