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

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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 believed to be the essence of Hindu identity, society, and culture. He spoke about Hindutva, which is often translated as “Hindu-ness” or the cultural essence […]

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

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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 during the early 19th century. During this period, India was under the control of the British East India Company, which gradually established its power after

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

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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 involved in criticizing the “moderate” faction of the Indian National Congress. These moderates believed in petitioning the British rulers for gradual reforms and argued that

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

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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 refer to the period before the major influences of colonialism and modern western ideas—roughly up to the 18th century. During this time, various dynasties, empires,

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What do you understand by self–determination ? Evaluate the debate on self–determination.(700 words)

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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 to determine their own political status, form of government, economic and cultural development, and the ability to pursue their own well-being. It is often associated

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