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- 1. NATIONAL INTEGRATION MOUNT TABORTRAINING COLLEGE PATHANAPURAM EDU 01: Knowledge and Curriculum: Philosophical & Sociological Perspectives Submitted to Dr. George Varghese Associate Professor Mount Tabor Training College Pathanapuram Submitted by Emmanuel D Silva Natural Science Mount Tabor Training College Pathanapuram
- 2. INTRODUCTION National integrationrefers to the process of promoting unity, cohesion, and a sense of shared identity among citizens of a nation, transcending regional, ethnic, linguistic, and cultural differences. National integration refers to the feeling of oneness and unity among the citizens of a country. It is the recognition of being one despite the difference in caste, creed, colour and religion. National integration is extremely essential to maintain peace and prosperity of a country. A country where people live in harmony with each other stands far better prospects of growth and development compared to one where people lack unity. Government must take initiatives to invoke and promote the feeling of oneness among citizens.
- 3. Objectives Promote nationalunity and solidarity Foster a sense of shared citizenship Encourage social cohesion and inclusivity Address regional and cultural disparities Strengthen democratic institutions
- 4. Importance of NationalIntegration National integration is of utmost importance for any nation. It helps in bringing people closer and promotes peace and harmony in the society. It unites every section of society. It offers equal opportunities for each citizen. It is the basis of a peaceful nation. The government must take it as its duty to ensure national integrity in order to give a safe and secure environment to the citizens. Only when the individuals feel safe can they prosper and grow. It is thus essential for the overall development of a nation. It strengthens the social fabric, enhances social cohesion, and fosters a collective identity as citizens of the country.
- 5. Contd.... It providesan equal platform for economic, cultural, and social development. It promotes harmony, understanding, and cooperation among people from different regions, languages, religions, and cultures. The need for national integration is strongly felt in a country like India as it is home for people belonging to different castes, creed and religion. It is essential to ensure communal harmony. It enhances national security by creating a united front against external threats and internal conflicts. National integration is vital for economic development. It promotes cooperation, collaboration, and a shared vision for progress. It fosters a sense of national pride, patriotism, and loyalty towards the nation. This leads to active participation in nation-building activities.
- 7. Factors Affecting NationalIntegration in India Caste – Caste system in India has divided people more than anything. Since ancient times, people have been divided into four different castes including the Brahmanas, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas and Shudhras. People belonging to the upper castes such as Brahmanas and Kshatriyas look down upon those belonging to the lower castes. This has given rise to several clashes and fights. Religion – People from different religions live in our country and each one of them is determined to prove that his religion and language is superior to the other. This is another cause of disintegration. Economic disparity – There is huge economic disparity among the citizens of our country. This is another cause of division among people and a hindrance to national integration.
- 8. Contd.... Strong regionalidentities and aspirations at times lead to demands for separate states or regions. This can challenge national integration. Widespread socio-economic inequalities can create divisions and hinder the sense of unity and common purpose. Language-related tensions, especially in multilingual regions, can pose challenges to national integration. Divisive politics, identity-based politics, and vote-bank politics can foster divisions and hinder national integration efforts.
- 9. National integration week 19th November is celebrated as National Integration Day in India since the year 2013. It happens to be the birth anniversary of Indira Gandhi, the first woman Prime Minister of the country. The entire week starting 19th November and ending 25th November has been dedicated to national integration of the country. It is called the National Integration Week or the Qaumi Ekta Week. The introduction of National Integration Week by the government of India is an attempt to promote brotherhood and oneness among the citizens of the country. By promoting national integration, a country can achieve social stability, peace, and inclusive development for all its citizens.
- 10. Notable examples inIndia Integration of Princely States: After independence in 1947, India faced the challenge of integrating over 500 princely states. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and V.P. Menon played crucial roles in this process, ensuring that these states became part of the Indian Union. This effort was pivotal in creating a unified nation. Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat: Launched in 2015, this initiative aims to promote cultural integration by pairing different states and union territories to exchange cultural, educational, and social experiences. This program helps in fostering mutual understanding and respect among diverse cultures. National Integration Council: Established in 1961, this council addresses issues related to communalism, casteism, and regionalism. It brings together leaders from various sectors to discuss and promote national unity. Educational programs in school curricula, Economic integration efforts like GST.
- 12. CONCLUSION National integrationaims to foster a sense of unity and oneness among the diverse communities within a country. It promotes mutual respect, understanding, and acceptance among people from different regions, religions, languages, and cultures. National integration aims to eliminate discrimination and prejudice based on ethnicity, language, or religion. The ultimate goal is to build a cohesive and harmonious nation where all citizens feel a sense of belonging and participate actively in the country’s progress. A festival associated with any faith is celebrated in unison in this nation with participation from all the communities. To meet, greet, and congratulate one another on religious festivals, the people travel to one another’s homes.
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