Partition, Independence and Integration of states (GE)

Communalism in Indian Politics During the time of Indian nationalism and the struggle for independence, communalism played a significant role in shaping the political landscape. The period leading up to and immediately following independence saw the emergence of communal tensions that eventually led to the partition of India in 1947. Here are some more details […]

Social Movements: Peasants, Tribals, Workers, Women and anti-caste movements (GE)

Peasants Social Movements Peasant movements were integral to the Indian nationalist movement, reflecting the socio-economic issues faced by rural communities and their resistance against oppressive land revenue policies, exploitative tenancy systems, and overall agrarian distress. Here are details about some significant peasant movements during the Indian national movement: 1. Deccan Riots (1875-1882): – Background: – […]

GE unit 3- Nationalist Politics and Expansion of its Social Base

(A) Phases of Nationalist Movement Liberal Constitutionalists Phase:- The Liberal Constitutionalists Phase of the Indian nationalist movement refers to a specific period in the late 19th and early 20th centuries when leaders adopted a moderate and constitutional approach to address Indian grievances and seek political reforms within the British colonial framework. This phase was characterized […]

Reformism and Anti-Reformism in the Nineteenth Century (GE)

In the context of 19th-century India, reformism and anti-reformism were significant forces that shaped the trajectory of the nationalist movement. The struggle for Indian independence was marked by a complex interplay between those who advocated for gradual reforms within the existing colonial structure and those who believed in more radical, anti-reformist approaches seeking a complete […]

Approaches to the Study of Nationalism in India: Nationalist, Imperialist, Marxist, and Subaltern (GE)

Nationalist Approach A nationalist approach, in the context of academic or historical analysis, generally refers to a perspective that emphasizes and prioritizes the interests, values, and identity of a particular nation or group. It involves viewing historical events, cultural phenomena, and political developments through a lens that accentuates the importance of national identity, unity, and […]