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Indian Politics II
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Module 1
Foundations of Hindutva Ideology
1
Hindutva vs. Hinduism: A Clear Distinction
Define Hindutva as a political ideology and distinguish it from Hinduism as a diverse religious tradition.
2
Savarkar's Criteria for Hindu Identity
Explain V.D. Savarkar's criteria for Hindu identity (pitribhumi, punyabhumi, common culture) from 'Hindutva: Who is a Hindu?' (1923).
3
Early RSS: Foundation, Structure, and Shakhas under Hedgewar
Describe the founding, structure, and shakha system of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) under K.B. Hedgewar (1925).
4
Golwalkar's Hindu Civilisational State: Vision and Implications
Summarize M.S. Golwalkar's vision of India as a Hindu civilisational state and its implications.
5
Understanding the Sangh Parivar Ecosystem
Map the Sangh Parivar ecosystem (VHP, Bajrang Dal, ABVP) and explain the distinct role of each affiliate.
The RSS-BJP Paradox: Formal Distance, Organizational Influence
Analyze the strategic tension between the RSS's formal distance from electoral politics and its organizational influence on the BJP.
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The Rise of Political Hindutva: From Margin to Dominance