Question

Discuss the impact of communalism on politics.

Answer 1

Explanation:

i) Political parties are formed on communal basis — Muslim League, Akali Dal, the HinduMahasabha, the DMK are some examples.

(ii) Religion rather than ability becomes the criteria to choose candidates for elections.

(iii) People prefer to cast votes in favour of candidates of their own religion.

(iv) Communalism can turn ugly and lead to violence, massacre and riots

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Answer 2

1-Organisation of Political parties on Communal Basis:In India, many political parties have been organized on communal basis. The Muslim League, the Hindu Maha Sabha, the DMK, the Akali Dal are organised on religious basis. Political leaders also encourage communalism to get votes at the time of elections.
2-Selection of Candidates for Elections: Political parties, while selecting candidates for the election, give great importance to communalism. A candidate belonging to the majority community in that constituency is given ticket of the party.
3-Voting on Communal Basis: Voters generally vote on communal lines. Besides, communal riots often break out in many parts of the country. After getting elected, the representatives try to safeguard the interests of their community and ignore national interests. These conditions hinder the progress of democracy in the country