The existence of relative deprivation is an important aspect in constructing the argument for regionalism. Explain with examples. (Answer in 150 words)
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In this example, although both states have no absolute lack, yet State 2 feels relatively deprived from State 1. (3) All causes regionalism because: i) lopsided development eg Jharkhand movement ii) helps to mobilise people on a common cause: eg Kashmir regionalism iii) aids external sources to fuel feeling of regionalism eg Khalistan iv) aids people to attach to a common identity: eg Bodoland movement v) evokes primodial connections leading to regionalism eg Greater Nagalaim. Thus, feelings of relative deprivation need to be addressed through multi stakeholder discussion to achieve 'EK Bharat Shreshtha Bharat'
- Clear definition of regionalism
- Practical examples with statistics
- Identifies root causes
- Multiple case studies cited
- Comprehensive enumeration of causes
- Conclusion ties to national integration
Suvan Sharma
Society - Regionalism and Secularism
Regionalism
Relative Deprivation and Regionalism
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