Tag: political-theory

The socialist movement in India has a rich and complex history that spans over a century. It played a crucial role in shaping the country’s political landscape, particularly during the pre-independence and post-independence periods. The movement, with its emphasis on social justice, equality, and state intervention in the economy, was a response to the exploitation…

Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, a prominent Indian scholar, social reformer, and the principal architect of the Indian Constitution, is known for his unwavering commitment to social justice, equality, and economic democracy. Ambedkar’s views on democracy were not confined to the political realm alone but extended to both social and economic spheres. He saw political democracy,…

Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister, was deeply influenced by a vision of progress and modernity based on scientific reasoning, secular values, and humanist principles. His understanding of scientific humanism played a pivotal role in shaping India’s post-independence political and social landscape. Nehru viewed scientific humanism as a framework for both individual and collective progress,…

E.V. Ramaswamy Naicker, popularly known as Periyar, was a prominent social reformer, politician, and ideologue in South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu. His contributions to the Dravidian movement and the larger social reform landscape of India were profound and continue to shape the region’s political and social discourse today. Periyar was a vocal critic of…

Sri Aurobindo (1872–1950), one of India’s foremost philosophers, poets, and nationalists, was deeply critical of British colonial rule in India. Aurobindo’s views on British rule evolved over time, from being an active participant in the early stages of the Indian independence movement to adopting a more philosophical and spiritual perspective on the colonial experience. His…