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What was the primary objective of Economic Nationalism in India?
Who were the notable figures associated with Social Reforms in India?
What was the role of the Indian press in the nationalist movement?
Which of the following influenced Indian nationalism?
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Nationalism in India
Economic Nationalism
- Emphasis on self-reliance and economic independence
- Boycott of foreign goods and promotion of Swadeshi (indigenous) products
- Development of Indian industries, particularly cotton and textiles
- Establishment of Indian-owned banks and financial institutions
- Notable figures: Dadabhai Naoroji, R.C. Dutt, and G.V. Joshi
Social Reforms
- Emphasis on social and cultural revival
- Reforms aimed at removing social evils: sati, child marriage, and untouchability
- Promotion of women's education and empowerment
- Notable figures: Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, and Jyotirao Phule
Role of Indian Press
- Indian press played a crucial role in spreading nationalist ideas
- Newspapers and journals like Amrita Bazar Patrika, Bengalee, and Hindustan Times promoted nationalist sentiments
- Press helped to awaken national consciousness and mobilize public opinion
Influence of Western Ideas
- Exposure to Western ideas and values through education and travel
- Influence of Enlightenment thinkers like Rousseau, Mill, and Mazzini
- Inspiration from national liberation movements in Europe and America
- Notable figures: Surendranath Banerjee, Bipin Chandra Pal, and Lala Lajpat Rai
Indian Renaissance
- A cultural and intellectual revival in 19th-century India
- Revival of interest in Indian classical music, art, and literature
- Promotion of Hindi and other Indian languages
- Notable figures: Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, Rabindranath Tagore, and Swami Vivekananda
Nationalism in India
Economic Nationalism
- Focus on self-reliance and economic independence to reduce India's dependence on foreign goods and services
- Boycott of foreign goods and promotion of Swadeshi products to boost Indian industries
- Development of Indian industries, particularly cotton and textiles, to create employment and stimulate economic growth
- Establishment of Indian-owned banks and financial institutions to reduce dependence on foreign capital
- Notable figures who contributed to economic nationalism: Dadabhai Naoroji, R.C.Dutt, and G.V.Joshi
Social Reforms
- Emphasis on social and cultural revival to eradicate social evils and promote social justice
- Reforms aimed at removing social evils such as sati, child marriage, and untouchability
- Promotion of women's education and empowerment to improve their social status
- Notable figures who contributed to social reforms: Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, and Jyotirao Phule
Role of Indian Press
- Indian press played a crucial role in spreading nationalist ideas and mobilizing public opinion
- Newspapers and journals like Amrita Bazar Patrika, Bengalee, and Hindustan Times promoted nationalist sentiments and awakened national consciousness
- Press helped to create a sense of national unity and solidarity among Indians
Influence of Western Ideas
- Exposure to Western ideas and values through education and travel influenced Indian nationalist thought
- Enlightenment thinkers like Rousseau, Mill, and Mazzini inspired Indian nationalists to fight for freedom and democracy
- Inspiration from national liberation movements in Europe and America motivated Indian nationalists to struggle for independence
- Notable figures who were influenced by Western ideas: Surendranath Banerjee, Bipin Chandra Pal, and Lala Lajpat Rai
Indian Renaissance
- A cultural and intellectual revival in 19th-century India that promoted Indian classical music, art, and literature
- Revival of interest in Indian classical languages and literature to promote Indian culture and identity
- Promotion of Hindi and other Indian languages to create a sense of national unity and solidarity
- Notable figures who contributed to the Indian Renaissance: Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, Rabindranath Tagore, and Swami Vivekananda
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