Question

Explain three important causes of regionalism in Indian politics.

Answer 1

The geographical factors: Indian has great diversity in terms of its relief features. The resources Industries, soil, irrigation, etc., are not similar and therefore they also cause differences among the people.

Political factors: The administrative policies and decisions, as well as the developmental plans, are taken at the national level, may not satisfy all people of the country and these people, who remain dissatisfied, may feel that their interest is not properly safeguarded and may result in a feeling of alienation thus leading to regionalism.

Economic Factors: In the present times, uneven developments in different parts of the country is a prime reason for regionalism. There are certain regions in the country where industrial development, educational and health facilities, communication network and agricultural development has made sufficient progress as compared to others. Thus the feeling of regionalism develops due to negligence of the backward areas. Language, culture, customs: These factors have played a major role in creating feelings of regionalism, especially among illiterates or less educated people.