Question

Explain the relation between Indian Nationalism and Social Reform Movements.​

Answer 1

Indian Nationalism

• During the Indian freedom movement, which fought for independence from British rule, the concept of Indian nationalism arose.
• Indian nationalism is a type of territorial nationalism that embraces all of India's citizens, regardless of their racial, linguistic, or religious roots.
• It continues to have a great influence on Indian politics and expresses opposition to the sectarian elements of Hindu and Muslim nationalism.

Social Reform Movements.

• The existence of Colonial administration, economic and social backwardness of society, influence of contemporary western ideas, increase of intellectual awakening in the middle class, and low position of women in society are all linked to the Social Reform Movement.
• In India, British rule worked as a catalyst for profound social transformations. In a variety of ways, Western culture influenced Indian life and ideas.