Consider the following statements about the emergence of national cons

Consider the following statements about the emergence of national conscious-ness in India between the 18th and 19th centuries :

1. The spread of printing press and education, and inflow of modern ideas helped Indian regeneration.
2. The reform movements helped develop a sense of national unity among the people.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2024

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Both statement 1 and statement 2 are correct.

The emergence of national consciousness in India during the 18th and 19th centuries was a complex process influenced by various factors, including socio-religious reforms, the spread of modern education and ideas, and improvements in communication.

The printing press facilitated the dissemination of nationalist ideas and enabled communication among different regions. Education exposed Indians to Western political thought, including concepts like liberty, equality, and nationalism. The socio-religious reform movements, while primarily focused on social evils, also fostered a sense of pride in Indian heritage, challenged traditional divisions, and laid the groundwork for collective identity, contributing to national unity.

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