Post on 19-Dec-2015
COMMUNALISMAsst. Professor Saramma
Mathew
The word communalism is derived
from the word community. It implies
extreme sense of pride into
identification with one’s own
community
COMMUNALISM
1. Historical cause, divide and rule
2. Hindu – Muslim Union and state
Government policy.
3. Economic status of Minority
section of the society is weak.
Causes of Communalism
4. Handiwork of the organized militant units
5. Isolations and perceived Orthodoxy of Muslims
6. A number of Muslims do not take part in the secular Nationalists politics.
7. Vested political interests
Causes of Communalism
Material and human loss due to conflicts
Weakens democracy
Communalism Hiders social and economic progress
Communalism gives rise to regionalism
Effects of Communalism
Militancy and terrorism
Violence, riots, destruction
Break down of law and
administration
Hampers internal stability and
security
Hinders national integration and
unity
Effects of Communalism
1. Character Building
2. Inculcation of values
3. Peace and harmony
4. Removing misconception
5. Providing equal opportunity
6. Avoid discrimination
Role of education in developing communal harmony
Role of the teacher
1. Teachers as a role model
2. Initiate discussion, debates act
to dev. Rational thinking
3. Break stereo types
Role of education in developing communal harmony
Role of Curriculum
1. Emphasis on the study of all
religions
2. Value education period
3. Promotion of secularism
Role of education in developing communal harmony
Role of Co-Curricular activities
1. Observing Birthday and martyrdoms
2. Celebration of festivals
3. Lectures and seminars
4. Cultural activities
Role of education in developing communal harmony
1. Equality
2. Election of secular candidates
3. Justice to be given equally to all
Role of state or government
1. Remove misconceptions and
avoid exaggeration of issues
2. Present a more positive picture
supporting peace and harmony
3. Act as a watch dog of the
community and report facts truthfully
Role of Mass media