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Major Factors Contributed Towards The Emergence of Communalism

The document outlines key factors that contributed to the rise of communalism and conflicts in India, highlighting British imperialism's 'Divide and Rule' policy, socio-economic discontent among the middle class, and the influence of revivalist movements. It also notes the impact of political opportunism and the actions of British officials to foster division among communities. Overall, these elements created an environment ripe for communal tensions and political strife.

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Major Factors Contributed Towards The Emergence of Communalism

The document outlines key factors that contributed to the rise of communalism and conflicts in India, highlighting British imperialism's 'Divide and Rule' policy, socio-economic discontent among the middle class, and the influence of revivalist movements. It also notes the impact of political opportunism and the actions of British officials to foster division among communities. Overall, these elements created an environment ripe for communal tensions and political strife.

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Major Factors Contributed towards the Emergence of

Communalism/Conflicts in India

 British Imperialism and their Policy of “Divide and Rule”.


 Disappointment and disaffection among young and aspiring middle class youth, caused
by stagnant agriculture, absence of modern industrial development and inadequate
employment opportunities, which is being exploited by political opportunists.
 Hindu and Muslim revivalist movements (Shuddhi Movement and faraizi Movement).
 Separation and isolation among Muslims after war of independence.
 Rise of communal and political parties.
 Secretary of State for India, wrote to Lord Curzon that “we should plan the education text
books that the differences between community and community are further strengthened”.
 The British Secretary of state Mr. Charles wood wrote that we have maintained our
power in India by playing off one party against the other and we must continue to do so.
Therefore, we have to prevent all having a common feeling.

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