TYPES OF
NATIONALISM
Group 3
LEARNING TARGETS:
At the end of the module, students will be able to:
1. Enumerate the types of nationalism; and
2. Describe the types of nationalism
TYPES OF
NATIONALISM
1. LIBERAL NATIONALISM
A form of nationalism that emphasizes individual freedom,
self-determination, democracy, and equality. It advocates
for the right of all nations to self-govern and be
recognized as sovereign states.
Advocates for self-determination, democracy, and liberty.
Influenced by Jean-Jacques Rousseau and John Stuart Mill.
Supports the creation of independent, sovereign states.
Promotes international cooperation and tolerance.
2. CONSERVATIVE
NATIONALISM
Nationalism rooted in tradition, history, and shared
cultural values. It aims to preserve national identity and
social unity, often emphasizing the importance of
continuity and national pride.
Focuses on: Tradition, social unity, and preserving
cultural identity.
Emphasizes shared history, religion, and language.
Gained popularity during the rise of imperialism (e.g.,
Britain in the 1800s).
3. RIGHT-WING
NATIONALISM
A form of nationalism that asserts the superiority of
one's nation, often marked by xenophobia, militarism,
authoritarianism, and a desire for national expansion or
purity.
Features: National superiority, xenophobia,
authoritarianism.
Often expansionist and militaristic.
Rejects diversity and promotes ethnic purity.
4. POST-COLONIAL
NATIONALISM
A type of nationalism that often arises in countries that
were once colonized. It is usually highly autocratic and is
often socialist. It seen as the agent for the creation of a
stable post-colonial territory.
Emerged after countries gained independence from colonial
powers.
Often blends nationalism with socialism or dictatorship.
Emphasizes national identity, unity, and resistance to Western
influence.
5. SOCIALIST NATIONALISM
A type of nationalism that combines socialist principles
with national unity. It supports centralized government,
economic equality, and often one-party rule to promote
collective national goals.
Advocates for: Equality, state control, and social unity.
Promotes wealth redistribution and central planning.
Tied to socialist ideologies and one-party systems.
6. RACIALIST NATIONALISM
A belief in the inherent superiority of one racial group
over others. It seeks to unify and expand a nation based
on racial identity, often leading to systemic exclusion or
oppression.
Based on belief in racial superiority and separation.
Aims to unify or elevate a specific race.
Excludes or discriminates against other races.
7. CULTURAL NATIONALISM
Nationalism focused on preserving and promoting a
nation's culture, language, religion, and traditions. It
does not necessarily seek political independence but
rather cultural renewal and identity.
Focuses on preserving language, religion, traditions.
Not necessarily political or revolutionary.
Values cultural heritage more than political independence.
TWO CONCEPT
INVOLVED IN
NATIONALISM
1. PATRIOTISM
Patriotism – Love for country shown by following
laws, paying taxes, and obeying the Constitution.
National Interest – Defending the nation’s survival,
sovereignty, and values even at personal cost.
2. WHO IS A NATIONALIST?
is a person who is ready to defend his country at
whatever cost or for NATIONAL INTEREST.
is an individual who participates in various national
activities.
is a person who is proud of his country.
is a person who triumphs when his team country wins
an international competition.
