Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Recent Developments in Indian Politics

Question:

What aspect of 'Hindutva' is incorrectly described?

Options:

'Hindutva' was defined by V. D. Savarkar as the basis of Indian nationhood.

'Hindutva' signifies 'Hinduness.'

'Hindutva' emphasizes acceptance of India as both 'fatherland' and 'holy land.'

'Hindutva' is solely based on economic growth as the foundation of a strong nation.

Correct Answer:

'Hindutva' is solely based on economic growth as the foundation of a strong nation.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4 - 'Hindutva' is solely based on economic growth as the foundation of a strong nation.

Advocates of 'Hindutva' assert that, in the context of India, this foundational element can solely be furnished by Hindu culture.

The term 'Hindutva,' coined by its originator V. D. Savarkar, literally signifies 'Hinduness.' In Savarkar's understanding, it forms the foundation of Indian (also Hindu, in his terminology) nationhood. Fundamentally, it proposes that to be integral members of the Indian nation, individuals must not only acknowledge India as their 'fatherland' (pitrubhu) but also as their sacred land (punyabhu). Advocates of 'Hindutva' contend that a robust nation can only emerge from a steadfast and unified national culture. They further assert that, in the context of India, this foundational element can solely be furnished by Hindu culture.