Which one of the following is not an Indian form of Socialism ?
[amp_mcq option1=âDemocratic Socialismâ option2=âRadical Socialismâ option3=âCommunitarian Socialismâ option4=âNehruvian Socialismâ correct=âoption2âł]
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CDS-1 â 2022
Option B is correct because âRadical Socialismâ is not typically considered a distinct, widely recognized *Indian* form of socialism in the same way as Democratic Socialism (as practised in India), Communitarian Socialism (linking socialist ideals with community principles, sometimes seen in Gandhian thought), or Nehruvian Socialism (the specific model adopted under Jawaharlal Nehru emphasizing mixed economy, planning, and public sector). While radical socialist ideas exist in India, âRadical Socialismâ isnât categorized as a primary *form* originating from Indian context or widely adopted.
Indian socialism is characterized by its unique evolution, incorporating elements of democracy, non-violence, and specific national needs, distinct from classical Marxist or revolutionary socialism.