In the context of states in India evaluate the relationship between regional disparity and sentiments of regionalism. Is regionalism antagonistic to the idea of nationalism? (Answer in 150 words) 15 marks.

Relationship between Regional disparity and sentiments of Regionalism

Regional Disparity:

Regionalism in Pre-rich region:

Telangana region (from Andhra Pradesh)

Regionalism antagonistic to Nationalism?

Yes:

No:

Expansion of traditional ideas like Yoga throughout the world

(y) Celebration of International Yoga Day

Mixing up of foreign ideas with indigenous culture

(y) Jeans with Khadi kurta

We are also preserving our cultural values through steps like TKDL library that contains traditional methods

Modernization is also used to preserve their values

(y) Video calls to connect with the parents

Forces of modernization threatening our cultural values and ethos:

However, modernization has not led to the the separating many of our cultural values and ethos, as is seen in :

International examples like that of Sri Lanka and Pakistan, shows us that providing space to regional culture is necessary to prevent downfall. Thus, Constitution of India and governments has provided enough space for positive nationalism while simultaneously supporting the negative ones.

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