What is Ambedkar’s concept of nyaya (justice) and how does it relate to his critique of the caste system and untouchability? Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a key architect of the Indian Constitution and a prominent social reformer, had a profound impact on the understanding of justice, particularly in the context of the caste system and untouchability […]
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Unveiling Gandhi’s Perspective: Gandhi’s concept of Swaraj What is Swaraj according to Gandhi: Mahatma Gandhi’s concept of Swaraj goes beyond the conventional notion of political independence and encompasses a broader and deeper understanding of self-rule. Swaraj, in the context of Gandhi’s philosophy, can be understood in several dimensions: 1. Self-rule at the Individual Level: 2.
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Swami Vivekananda (1863–1902) was an important Hindu monk and spiritual leader in India. He helped share Indian ideas about Vedanta and Yoga with the West, especially known for his speech at the Parliament of the World’s Religions in Chicago in 1893. This made him a global representative of Hinduism and Indian spirituality. Born Narendranath Datta
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Tarabai Shinde (1850–1918) was an Indian social reformer and a pioneer in the field of feminist literature during the late 19th century. She is best known for her groundbreaking work, “Stri Purush Tulana” (A Comparison Between Women and Men), which was published in 1882. This text is considered one of the earliest feminist writings in
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In this post, notes of “Unit 1: Dharma and Danda kautilya” from “GE– : ideas in indian political thought” are given which is helpful for the students doing graduation this year. Nature and Basis of dharma and danda in Kautilya’s political philosophy:- Kautilya’s political philosophy focuses on two important ideas: Dharma and Danda. These ideas help
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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
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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: –
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(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
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In 19th-century India, there were two main ideas that influenced the fight for independence: reformism and anti-reformism. Some people wanted to make slow changes to the current colonial system, while others wanted to completely change it. This text looks closely at both ideas and how they affected nationalism in India during that time. Reformism in
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In this post, notes of “Unit 1: Approaches to the Study of Nationalism in India: Nationalist, Imperialist, Marxist, and Subaltern” from “GE- 3 : Nationalism in India” are given which is helpful for the students doing graduation this year. what is Nationalist Approach? A nationalist approach looks at things from the viewpoint of a specific nation
