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state the three cultural pressess through which nationalism captured people's imagination during the British of India​

Answer 1

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State the three cultural presses through which nationalism captured people’s imagination during the British rule in India.

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How did the image of Bharat Mata help in creating a sense of collective belongingness amongst the people of India?

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Some icons and symbols were used for unifying the people and inspiring in them the feeling of nationalism. Explain with examples.

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answered Aug 31, 2018 by muskan15 (-3,443 points)

(i) Image of Bharat Mata: The identity of nation was symbolised in an image.Rabindranath painted the famous image of Bharat-Mata. Devotion to this mother figure came to be seen as an evidence of one’s nationalism.

(ii) Folklore: Nationalists toured villages to gather folk tales. These tales gave a true picture of one’s national identity and helped in restoring a sense of pride in one’s past.

(iii) Icon and Symbols: Nationalist leaders used icons and symbols to unite the people and create in them a feeling of nationalism.

Examples:

• During the Swedeshi movement a tri colour flag was designed.

• In 1921, Gandhiji designed the Swaraj flag carrying the flag during protest marches became a symbol of defiance.

Answer 2

Answer:

1. Image of Bharat Mata

2. Folkore

Explanation:

1. The identity of nation was symbolised in an image of Rabindranath painted the famous image of Bharat-Mata. Devotion to this mother figure came to be seen as an evidence of one's nationalism.
2. Nationalism toured villages to gather folk tales.