Question

Elaborate the measures that were adopted to develop a sense of collective belonging.

Answer 1

Instructions:
List the measures and provide a brief description of effects perpetuated by each measure.

Solution:
Bharat Mata - To develop the idea of nationalism, Abanindranath introduced Bharat Mata, an image representing India as a calm, composed, divine, ascetic mother.

Vande Mataram - Hymns like Vande Mataram by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay were widely sung during the Swadeshi Movement.

Folklores - There were measures to revive Indian folklore that were sung by bards. The revival helped Indians preserve their national identity and restore their pride in their rich heritage.

Tri-colour flag - A tricolour flag sporting the colours red, green and yellow was conceived during the Swadeshi Movement. Carrying the flag itself was seen as a symbol of defiance.

Reinterpretation of history - Contrary to the British perception of Indians, Indian historians and intellectuals wrote on the glorious achievements of Indians during the ancient times in the fields of art, architecture, science, maths, religion and culture.