MPSE-004

SOCIAL AND POLITICAL THOUGHT IN MODERN INDIA

Discuss Dr. B. R. Ambedkar’s views on caste system and its annihilation.

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Introduction Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution and one of the most influential social reformers of modern India, devoted much of his life to fighting the caste system. Born into a Dalit family, Ambedkar experienced caste-based discrimination firsthand. His deep critique of the caste system and call for its annihilation became […]

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Examine M.S. Golwalkar’s views on negative and positive Hindutva.

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Introduction M.S. Golwalkar, often referred to as Guruji, was a key ideologue of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and a prominent figure in shaping the ideological foundations of Hindutva. His writings and speeches laid out a comprehensive framework for what he considered the essential character of the Indian nation. Central to Golwalkar’s philosophy was the

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Examine the arrival of nationalism in early 19th century India.

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Introduction The early 19th century marked a turning point in Indian history with the gradual emergence of nationalism. Though the Indian freedom struggle took organized form in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, its ideological and emotional roots were laid much earlier. The arrival of nationalism in early 19th century India was shaped by

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Examine Sri Aurobindo’s critique of political moderates in Indian National Movements.

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Introduction Sri Aurobindo Ghose was a revolutionary thinker, spiritual philosopher, and nationalist who played a pivotal role in the early phases of the Indian freedom struggle. One of the defining aspects of his political thought was his strong critique of the moderate leadership within the Indian National Congress. Sri Aurobindo believed that the moderate approach,

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Discuss the inter-relationship between religion and polity in pre-modern Indian Political Thought.

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Introduction In pre-modern Indian political thought, religion and polity were deeply intertwined. Unlike in modern secular states where politics and religion are expected to operate separately, ancient and medieval Indian political systems were structured around religious values, texts, and institutions. Religion served not only as a spiritual guide but also as the foundation for laws,

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(a) M.N. Roy’s Radical Humanism (b) Rabindranath Tagore’s critique of nationalism

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[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 communist leader, he later developed his philosophy called Radical Humanism, which emphasized individual freedom, rationalism, and ethical politics. His ideas rejected both authoritarian socialism and

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(a) Sir Syed Ahmed Khan on Hindu–Muslim unity (b) E.V. Ramaswamy Naicker on Dravidian Mobilisation

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[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 Muslim society through education and socio-political reforms. While he is often associated with the foundation of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) and Muslim modernity, he also

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(a) Sir Syed Ahmed Khan on Hindu–Muslim unity (b) E.V. Ramaswamy Naicker on Dravidian Mobilisation

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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 the movement was often led by figures from the Indian National Congress, Muslim leaders and communities played a crucial role in resisting British rule. Muslim

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Write a short note on each part of the following questions in about 250 words [a] Swami Vivekananda on Nationalism [b] Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia’s socialist thought

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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 nationalism were deeply intertwined with his spiritual and cultural beliefs, emphasizing a harmonious blend of national pride and universal spirituality. Vivekananda’s conception of nationalism was not

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Discuss Dr. B. R. Ambedkar’s views on caste system and its annihilation.

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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 Hindu caste system and his call for its annihilation. Born into an “untouchable” community, Ambedkar faced caste-based discrimination firsthand. His experiences shaped his determination to

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