Question

Explain the following statement with reasons.

Writing of the regional history received a momentum.

Answer 1

1. The writings of Indian historians trained in the British educational system show an inclination to restore pride in India’s ancient glory and the self-esteem of Indian readers.
2. Nationalistic historiography helped trigger the Indian independence movement against the British.
3. In this aspect, the book, ‘The Indian War of Independence, 1857’, written by Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, is of great importance.
4. Also, Vishnushastri Chiplunkar, who criticised the prejudiced history of ancient India written by British Officers, inspired nationalist writing in Maharashtra.
5. Thus, nationalistic historiography provided momentum for the writing of regional histories, drawing historians’ attention to the geographic conditions and histories of South Indian regions.