Unit 6: Freedom Movement in Karnataka and Unification (1885-1956)

Question

Rise of Nationalism and the Pre-Gandhian Era (1885-1920)

1. Discuss the factors that led to the rise of nationalism in Karnataka in the late 19th century.
2. Examine the contributions of the Indian National Congress to the spread of nationalist ideas in Karnataka during the pre-Gandhian era.
3. How did the socio-economic conditions in Karnataka contribute to the rise of nationalism?
4. Analyze the influence of the Swadeshi Movement on Karnataka’s nationalist struggle.
5. Discuss the role of early nationalists from Karnataka in the Indian freedom movement.
6. Examine the impact of vernacular literature on the spread of nationalism in Karnataka.
7. Discuss the influence of reform movements on nationalism in Karnataka.
8. Analyze the role of socio-religious associations in promoting nationalism in Karnataka during the pre-Gandhian era.
9. Discuss the impact of British economic policies on the rise of nationalist sentiments in Karnataka.
10. How did cultural identity contribute to the rise of nationalism in Karnataka?

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Gandhian Era (1920-1948)

11. Examine Mahatma Gandhi’s influence on the freedom movement in Karnataka.
12. Discuss the role of the Non-Cooperation Movement in Karnataka.
13. Analyze the impact of the Civil Disobedience Movement on Karnataka’s struggle for independence.
14. Discuss the role of women from Karnataka in the Gandhian phase of the freedom movement.
15. How did Gandhi’s principles of non-violence and Satyagraha influence Karnataka’s freedom fighters?
16. Examine the participation of Karnataka in the Quit India Movement.
17. Discuss the role of students and youth in Karnataka during the Gandhian phase of the freedom struggle.
18. How did the Salt Satyagraha impact Karnataka’s freedom movement?
19. Discuss the significance of rural participation in Karnataka’s freedom movement during the Gandhian era.
20. Analyze the influence of Gandhi’s socio-economic ideas on the nationalist movement in Karnataka.

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Freedom Movement in Hyderabad-Karnataka

21. Discuss the unique socio-political conditions that shaped the freedom movement in Hyderabad-Karnataka.
22. Examine the role of local leaders in the Hyderabad-Karnataka freedom struggle.
23. Discuss the contributions of the Hyderabad-Karnataka region to the national freedom movement.
24. Analyze the impact of the Nizam’s rule on the people of Hyderabad-Karnataka.
25. Discuss the role of religious and social reformers in Hyderabad-Karnataka’s freedom movement.
26. How did economic exploitation under the Nizam contribute to the freedom struggle in Hyderabad-Karnataka?
27. Examine the impact of the Razakar movement on Hyderabad-Karnataka’s freedom struggle.
28. Discuss the contributions of youth and student organizations in Hyderabad-Karnataka during the freedom movement.
29. Analyze the role of Hyderabad-Karnataka’s freedom fighters in the struggle against feudalism and autocracy.
30. Discuss the post-independence integration of Hyderabad-Karnataka into the Indian Union.

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Important Personalities in Karnataka’s Freedom Struggle

31. Discuss the contributions of Aluru Venkata Rao to Karnataka’s freedom movement and unification.
32. Examine the role of Rani Chennamma of Kittur as an early symbol of resistance against British rule.
33. Discuss the contributions of Sangolli Rayanna in the fight against British colonialism.
34. Examine the role of Karnad Sadashiva Rao in Karnataka’s freedom struggle.
35. Discuss the contributions of Siddappa Kambli to the freedom movement in Karnataka.
36. Analyze the impact of K. Hanumanthaiah’s role in Karnataka’s freedom movement and post-independence politics.
37. Examine the significance of Ajjamada Bopayya Devayya’s role in the freedom struggle.
38. Discuss the contributions of Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay to Karnataka’s freedom movement.
39. Examine the role of Abdul Gaffar Khan in supporting Karnataka’s freedom struggle.
40. Discuss the contributions of T. R. Shamanna to the freedom struggle and Karnataka’s unification.

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Unification of Karnataka: Causes and Alur Venkatrao’s Role

41. Analyze the causes that led to the rise of the unification movement in Karnataka.
42. Discuss the contributions of Alur Venkatrao to the unification of Karnataka.
43. Examine the role of linguistic identity in the unification of Karnataka.
44. How did economic factors contribute to the demand for Karnataka’s unification?
45. Discuss the importance of regional pride in Karnataka’s unification movement.
46. Analyze the role of cultural associations in promoting the unification of Karnataka.
47. Discuss the contributions of Kannada Sahitya Parishat to Karnataka’s unification movement.
48. Examine the impact of newspapers and journals on Karnataka’s unification movement.
49. Discuss the significance of Alur Venkatrao’s writings in inspiring the unification movement.
50. Examine the role of folk arts and cultural expression in strengthening the unification movement.

Answer 1

The Three Stages in Karnataka’s Unification (1947-1956)

51. Discuss the first stage of Karnataka’s unification and its challenges.
52. Examine the second stage of Karnataka’s unification and the issues faced.
53. Discuss the significance of the final stage of Karnataka’s unification in 1956.
54. Analyze the impact of Karnataka’s unification on linguistic and regional identity.
55. Examine the administrative challenges during the unification of Karnataka.
56. Discuss the role of political leaders in achieving Karnataka’s unification.
57. Analyze the role of public opinion in the unification of Karnataka.
58. Examine the impact of unification on Karnataka’s socio-political structure.
59. Discuss the cultural and economic integration challenges faced post-unification.
60. Examine the long-term impacts of unification on Karnataka’s development.

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Social and Cultural Developments: Spread of Education

61. Discuss the role of Christian missionaries in the spread of education in Karnataka.
62. Examine the contributions of voluntary organizations to education in Karnataka.
63. Analyze the impact of missionary education on Karnataka’s social structure.
64. Discuss the role of missionary schools in promoting gender equality in education.
65. Examine the significance of the spread of education in raising social awareness in Karnataka.
66. Discuss the role of Kannada-medium schools in promoting local culture and language.
67. Analyze the contributions of literacy programs to social upliftment in Karnataka.
68. Examine the role of educational reforms in Karnataka’s development.
69. Discuss the contributions of government institutions in expanding education in Karnataka.
70. Analyze the role of primary education in Karnataka’s socio-economic development.

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Printing, Press, and Literary and Scholarly Studies

71. Discuss the impact of the printing press on Karnataka’s social and cultural life.
72. Examine the role of print media in raising awareness during Karnataka’s freedom movement.
73. Discuss the impact of Kannada newspapers on Karnataka’s unification movement.
74. Analyze the role of literary journals in shaping Karnataka’s social consciousness.
75. Discuss the contributions of writers and poets to Kannada literary renaissance.
76. Examine the impact of print media on literacy and education in Karnataka.
77. Discuss the contributions of scholarly studies to the preservation of Karnataka’s cultural heritage.
78. Analyze the role of new literary genres in Kannada literature during the freedom struggle.
79. Discuss the contributions of journalism to the growth of regional identity in Karnataka.
80. Examine the role of print media in promoting social reforms in Karnataka.

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Backward Class Movement and the Miller Committee Report

81. Discuss the origins and objectives of the Backward Class movement in Karnataka.
82. Analyze the contributions of the Backward Class movement to social justice in Karnataka.
83. Examine the impact of the Miller Committee Report on Karnataka’s social policies.
84. Discuss the significance of reservations for backward classes in Karnataka.
85. Analyze the role of the Backward Class movement in challenging caste discrimination.
86. Examine the contributions of leaders in the Backward Class movement in Karnataka.
87. Discuss the socio-political impact of the Miller Committee Report on Karnataka.
88. Analyze the role of caste-based organizations in Karnataka’s social reforms.
89. Examine the impact of the Backward Class movement on Karnataka’s education system.
90. Discuss the challenges faced by the Backward Class movement in Karnataka.

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Folk Arts and Cultural Expression

91. Discuss the significance of folk arts in preserving Karnataka’s cultural identity.
92. Examine the role of Yakshagana in Karnataka’s cultural and social life.
93. Analyze the contributions of folk dance forms to Karnataka’s cultural heritage.
94. Discuss the influence of Karnataka’s folk music on its social movements.
95. Examine the role of folk storytelling in preserving Karnataka’s history and traditions.
96. Discuss the impact of festivals on Karnataka’s cultural and social identity.
97. Analyze the significance of Karnataka’s folk arts in promoting regional pride.
98. Examine the contributions of folk arts to the unification movement in Karnataka.
99. Discuss the role of folk literature in Karnataka’s socio-cultural development.
100. Analyze the impact of modernization on the preservation of folk arts in Karnataka.