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What was Hindu version of the two-nation theory? - History

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What was Hindu version of the two-nation theory?

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The Hindu version of the two-nation theory claimed that Hindus and Muslims were two distinct nations with incompatible cultures. Hindu nationalist groups like the Hindu Mahasabha and leaders like M.S. Golwalkar promoted this view, opposing the idea of a united India. They believed that India should be a Hindu Rashtra, similar to how the Muslim League demanded Pakistan for Muslims. This theory mirrored the Muslim League’s stance but from a Hindu nationalist perspective.

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Chapter 1: Towards Independence and Partition: The Last Phase (1935-1947) - EXERCISE 1.1 [Page 12]

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Dr. Sachhidananda Banerjee History [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 1 Towards Independence and Partition: The Last Phase (1935-1947)
EXERCISE 1.1 | Q 30. | Page 12
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