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