Tag: British Raj
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Economic Dimension of Hindutva, Part 4 Vinayak Damodar Savarkar is often remembered for his strong ideological stance on nationalism, Hindutva, and socio-political issues. However, when it comes to the realm of economic policy, his contributions and ideas have remained largely under-explored. This is perhaps surprising, given that Savarkar, in his vision for the Hindu Rashtra…
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Economic Dimension of Hindutva, Part 3 The historical context of India’s colonial experience under British rule offers a complex narrative of economic distress, cultural shifts, and political movements. Among the Indian nationalists who fought against foreign domination, many turned to socialism as a potential solution to the severe economic challenges facing the nation. They believed…
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Economic Dimension of Hindutva, Part 2 The economic history of India under British colonial rule (British Raj) remains a subject of significant debate, especially when viewed through the lens of a nationalist perspective. Nationalists have long argued that British colonialism destroyed or severely deformed a flourishing pre-colonial Indian economy, which had been progressing smoothly before…
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Social-Reformist Dimension of Hindutva, Part 2 The discourse on social reforms in India remains a subject of debate even in the 21st century. The need for such reforms arose as a result of the interaction between the indigenous Hindu social structure and external influences, particularly under British rule. The colonial era introduced a new paradigm…
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Political Dimension of Hindutva, Part 2 Vinayak Damodar Savarkar had a political vision that extended far beyond the borders of India. His understanding of politics was not limited to governance within a nation-state but encompassed a broader, global perspective. Central to his political philosophy was the idea of responsive cooperation, a pragmatic approach that balanced…
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Economic Dimension of Hindutva, Part 1 The Economic Impact of British Colonial Rule on India: A Historical Perspective The nearly two centuries of British colonial rule in India left an indelible mark on the country’s economic, social, and political fabric. Beyond the visible changes in governance and administration, British rule profoundly reshaped India’s economic structures,…