SOCIAL AND POLITICAL THOUGHT IN MODERN INDIA
[a] M.N. Roy’s Radical Humanism M.N. Roy (1887–1954) was a revolutionary, political thinker, and philosopher who played a significant role in shaping modern Indian thought. Initially a Marxist and a […]
(a) M.N. Roy’s Radical Humanism (b) Rabindranath Tagore’s critique of nationalism Read More »
[a] Sir Syed Ahmed Khan on Hindu–Muslim Unity Sir Syed Ahmed Khan (1817–1898) was a key intellectual and social reformer in 19th-century India. He played a significant role in modernizing
Role of Muslims in Anti-Imperialist Movement in Colonial India The anti-imperialist movement in colonial India was a broad struggle that included people from diverse religious, social, and economic backgrounds. While
(a): Swami Vivekananda on Nationalism Swami Vivekananda (1863–1902) was a prominent Indian monk, philosopher, and key figure in the introduction of Indian philosophies to the Western world. His views on
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar (1891–1956) was a towering intellectual, social reformer, and the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. One of his most remarkable contributions lay in his analysis of the
Discuss Dr. B. R. Ambedkar’s views on caste system and its annihilation. Read More »
M.S. Golwalkar (1906–1973) was a key figure in the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a Hindu nationalist organization in India. Golwalkar wrote several books and delivered many speeches on what he
Examine M.S. Golwalkar’s views on negative and positive Hindutva. Read More »
Nationalism in India did not suddenly appear with the Indian National Congress in the late 19th century. Its roots can be traced back to various social, cultural, and political changes
Examine the arrival of nationalism in early 19th century India. Read More »
Sri Aurobindo (1872–1950) was a key figure in India’s freedom struggle, known for his intellectual, nationalist, and spiritual contributions. In the early stages of his political life, he was actively
Examine Sri Aurobindo’s critique of political moderates in Indian National Movements. Read More »
In pre-modern India, religion and polity were deeply intertwined. Religious traditions often shaped political ideas, and rulers frequently used religious symbols and values to gain legitimacy. By “pre-modern,” we usually
Understanding Self-Determination: Self-determination is a complex and multifaceted concept rooted in political theory and international law. At its core, self-determination is the principle that people and communities have the right
