Question 9GS1GS1
Examine the role of historical and socio-political factors in driving communalism in Indian politics. (Answer in 150 words)
Introduction
As per Bipan Chandra, communalism refers to instrumentalisation of religious identities for political purposes.
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Main Body
As per Bipan Chandra, communalism refers to instrumentalisation of religious identities for political purposes.
Historic factors:
1Colonial Rule - Divide and Rule Policy of colonial government
2Separate electorates - introduced by Morley-Minto Reforms 1909 sowed the seeds of communalism
3Rise of Religious Revivalism - All India muslim league, Hindu Mahasabha
4Partition - left deep scars of religious animosity
Socio-political factors:
1Growth of identity politics due to religious mobilisation (e.g. Ram mandir issue movement)
2Appeasement politics (e.g. Renewal of Shah Bano verdict 1986)
3Vote bank politics of polarization - rise in hate speeches & religious mobilisation in election
4Reclamation of places of worship (e.g. Gyanvapi mosque)
5Inequitable growth & minority discrimination → Allelled by Sachar Committee (2006)
Addressing communalism requires commitment to secularism & universal toleration - VI Vekaraud
137 words4 paragraphs
Topper
Saurabh Sharma
AIR 146
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Effects of Globalization on Indian society. Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism & Secularism
Communalism
Historical and socio-political factors in communalism
Writing Stats
151
Total words
4
Paragraphs
analytical and critical
Tone