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  1. PDF A compendium of contemporary essays on

    Every essay in the compendium is rooted in empirical evidence and peer-reviewed by experts in the field, making this a handy guide for those looking to study both India's progress and challenges ...

  2. Social Issues in india- Historical and Contemporary

    The following were the major social issues and problems in the early phase of the Indian civilisation. Conflict between the two major social groups, i.e., the Aryans and the Dasas Dasyu as mentioned in the Vedic texts. Increasing rigidity of social hierarchy, Emphasis on the observance of rituals, Sacrifice of animals.

  3. Contemporary Indian Society

    The study of Indian society has expanded rapidly since the late 20th century, reflecting India's heightened visibility in a globally interconnected cultural, economic, and political landscape. This article focuses on literature on contemporary India, beginning with independence in 1947 but emphasizing the most recent period of economic ...

  4. PDF UNIT 3 SOCIAL PROBLEMS: THE INDIAN CONTEXT

    3.2.2 Social Problems: Contemporary Phase In contemporary India, there are several social problems. Though, they are called as social problems, yet, in some problems socio-cultural overtones are more prominent, whereas, in some others, the economic and legal overtones are conspicuous. Thus, the contemporary social problems may be classified in

  5. PDF 20 Socio-cultural Issues in Contemporary India I

    list some major issues and problems of contemporary Indian society; discuss issues like caste system, dowry, substance abuse etc.; the children, women and the elderly people; anddiscu. ike poverty and unemployment.20.1 CASTE SYSTEMAs you have already lear. t in the previous less. n, there are fou. c. stes. Can you reme.

  6. Indian Foreign Policy: Phases, Shifts and the Future

    The next significant phase of Foreign Policy was put in motion by the robust performance of the Indian economy, which concealed domestic political weakness. 5. The Reality of Power (1998-2011) India conducted its second nuclear test in Pokhran to usher in a new era of foreign policy (1998).

  7. 75 Years of Independence: The Changing Landscape of India

    The Landscape of Education and Health. In 1947, India had a population of 340 million with a literacy rate of just 12%, today it has a population of nearly 1.4 billion and a literacy rate of 74.04%. The average life expectancy has also risen from 32 years to 70 years in 2022. Though India has shown remarkable progress In terms of literacy rate ...

  8. Language Movements and Democracy in India

    Democracy in India, even if it had historical roots in the ancient past, is a new development and possibly a radical experiment in a caste-ridden society characterised by graded hierarchies. There have been numerous challenges to Indian democracy, and its contemporary phase is fraught with even bigger obstacles.

  9. PDF 23 CHALLENGES T O INDIAN DEMOCRACY

    Contemporary India: Issues and Goals 176 Notes Figur e 23.1 What exactly is Democracy? 23.1.1 Meaning of Democracy Long back, former President of the United S tates of America, Abraham Lincoln said, Democracy is a government of the people, for the people, and by the people. The term democracy comes from the Greek word demokratia which

  10. Social Movements in India, 1800 to the Present

    Abstract. In this essay, I present a schematic survey of social movements in India from around 1800 to the present. While recognizing the inherent limits of such an exercise, given the vast and diverse array of social movements, I suggest that perhaps one could discern three broad phases within which these movements have occurred.

  11. The Opposition Space in Contemporary Indian Politics

    Thus, the BJP is the only national party in India's current party system, mainly competing with a string of regional or supra-regional parties. The closest historical parallel to this system is the second phase of Congress dominance (1967-1989), which ended with the strengthening of the BJP as an alternative pole.

  12. Modern Indian History: From about the middle of the ...

    Major Issues in the Modern Indian History. Modern India witnessed many problems and issues. The major issues in the history of modern India include poverty, inequality, caste discrimination, communal tensions etc. Most of these issues are still prevalent in India. (1) Colonialism and the Drain of Wealth

  13. Essay on Contemporary Problems Of Indian Society

    100 Words Essay on Contemporary Problems Of Indian Society Introduction. India is a diverse country with different cultures and religions. This diversity adds to the richness of the society but also brings certain challenges. Some of the contemporary problems that Indian society faces include poverty, unemployment, corruption, and gender ...

  14. India's Population Growth: Historical Phases and Contemporary Trends

    Phase I: Stagnant Phase. 1901-1921. Very low growth, negative during 1911-1921. High birth and death rates due to poor health, illiteracy, and inefficient distribution of basic necessities. Phase II: Steady Growth. 1921-1951. Decrease in mortality due to health, sanitation, transport, and communication improvements.

  15. Communalism

    Communalism, in a broad sense means a strong attachment to one's own community. In popular discourse in India, it is understood as unhealthy attachment to one's own religion. It's an ideology that, in order to unify the community, suppresses distinctions within the community and emphasizes the essential unity of the community against ...

  16. When was Modernism: Essays on Contemporary Cultural Practice in India

    A commitment to modernity is the underlying theme of this volume. Through essays that are interpretive and theoretical, the author seeks to situate the modern in contemporary cultural practice. She sets up an ideological vantage point to view modernism along its multiple tracks in India and the third world.The essays divide into three sections.

  17. (PDF) The Writings of Bipan Chandra

    Thus, argues Chandra, they 'laid strong and enduring foundations for the national movement to grow' and, therefore, 'deserve a high place among the makers of Modern India'. In his essay the 'Long-term dynamics', Chandra challenges the various strands which denied the legitimacy of the Indian national movement including of its mass ...

  18. PDF The Nehruvian Era and Its Foreign Policy

    The Nehruvian Era stands as an indelible chapter in India's history, defined by the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Spanning the years from 1947 to 1964, this period was marked by a distinctive approach to foreign policy that left an indelible mark on India's global trajectory.

  19. PDF Psychology in Modern India

    Modern psychology was introduced at Calcutta University with the starting of a Encyclopedia of the History of Psychological Theories Springer Science+Business Media, LLC 2012 10.1007/978-1-4419-0463-8_422 Robert W. Rieber. (1) Department of Psychology, University of Delhi, Delhi, 110007, India (2) Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive ...

  20. Main Answer Writing Practice

    Mains Practice Questions. Q. The strength sustenance of local institutions in India has shifted from their formative phase of 'Functions, Functionaries and Funds' to the contemporary stage of 'Functionality'. Highlight the critical challenges faced by local institutions in terms of their functionality in recent times. (UPSC Mains 2020)

  21. Contemporary Problems of Indian Society

    Contemporary Problems of Indian Society - A General Studies Project Report - Free download as PDF File (.pdf), Text File (.txt) or read online for free. THIS IS A COMPLETE CBSE AISSCE FORMAT OF THE GENERAL STUDIES REPORT. THE TOPIC IS "CONTEMPORARY PROBLEMS OF INDIAN SOCIETY"...I HOPE IT HELPS THOSE WHO HAVE THE SAME TOPIC. THE APPENDIX PAGES CAN BE USED IN PROJECT REPORTS OF OTHER SUBJECTS ...

  22. PDF The Evolution of Taxation in India: From Ancient Civilizations to

    The evolution of taxation in India, from its ancient roots in the Indus Valley Civilization to the complex modern tax systems, is a testament to the nation's resilience and adaptability. Taxation has played a pivotal role in shaping India's economic policies, governance structures, and societal norms. While the country has made significant ...

  23. NCERT Notes: The Moderate Phase Of The Indian National Movement [Modern

    In 1885, the Indian National Congress was formed which played a significant role in India's freedom movement. The time period from 1885 to 1905 can be called the 'Moderate Phase'. The leaders of this phase are called moderates. The Moderate Phase of the Indian National Movement (UPSC Notes):- Download PDF Here.