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VOL. 12, ISSUE 3 (2025)
Nationalism and peasant movements
Authors
Raj Nandini Nigam
Abstract
Peasant movements and nationalism have historically
played a major role in forming sociopolitical contexts worldwide. From colonial
times to the present, India's socio-political dynamics have been influenced by
the intimate ties between nationalism and peasant movements. Important
uprisings like the Telangana Rebellion (1946–51), the Champaran Satyagraha
(1917), the Indigo Revolt (1859–60), and post-independence agrarian movements
are covered. This essay explores the intersection of peasant movements and
nationalist ideas, highlighting the ways in which agrarian cultures have
influenced political transformation, fought against oppressive state structures
and colonialism, rural dissatisfaction and contributed to nation-building
processes. The study also examines the complex relationship between popular
agrarian movements and elite-centered nationalism, citing instances in which
peasant movements either aligned with or diverged from the goals of mainstream
nationalism. Targeting contemporary agrarian issues, the article also explores
the development of peasant action in post-colonial India. This study highlights
the ongoing importance of peasant movements in shaping India's national
identity and policy-making frameworks by employing historical and analytical
perspectives.
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Pages:59-64
How to cite this article:
Raj Nandini Nigam "Nationalism and peasant movements ". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 12, Issue 3, 2025, Pages 59-64
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