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National Integration

By

Bonny Samanta

Department of Education

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Introduction

National integration is the awareness of a common identity amongst the citizens of a country. It means that though we belong to different castes, religions and regions and speak different languages we recognize the fact that we are all one. This kind of integration is very important in the building of a strong and prosperous nation.

It is not just about national feeling, it comprises the spirit which brings people of all dialects and beliefs together in a similar endeavour.

‘National Integration‘ arises thought behaviour and determination of citizens.

It is the duty of every person as a citizen to oppose the forces and ideas that weaken national unity and integrity.

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  • Dr S. Radhakrishna defines that national integration cannot be made by bricks and mortar, mould and hammer, but it quietly grows in people’s minds through education.
  • The great ideologist and author Myron Weiner, defines “National integration implies the avoidance of divisive movements that will balance the presence of attitudes in the nation and society that distinguish national and public interest from parochial interest”.
  • HA Gani defines, “National integration is a socio-psychological and educational process through which a feeling of unity and harmony develops in the hearts of the people and a sense of common citizenship or feeling of loyalty to the nation is fostered among them”.
  • Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru said that “ In India the first essential is the maintenance of the unity of the country, not merely a political unity but a unity of mind and heart. National integration and cohesion is a matter of vital importance today. It is the base of all other activities”.

Definition

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Importance of National Integration

The importance of national integration is

1.certainly can be understood as it helps to stabilize democracy,

2. improve economic growth,

3. develop the nation and provide all the important rights and duties to the people.

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Causes of National Disintegration/ forces of Disintegration

1)Religion and Religious Communalism

2) Provincialism

3) Unemployment

4) Language Learning

5) Lack of social sense

6) Casteism

7) Different political parties

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8) Lack of good leadership

9) Frustrated youth

10) Domicile restrictions

11) Lack of national character

12)Economic Disparity

13)Mass Illiteracy

14)Absence of national System of Education

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How To Promote National Integration

  • Promotion of Secularism
  • Cultural Integration
  • Economic Development
  • Education
  • Unity in Diversity
  • Protective discrimination
  • National Language
  • Inter-caste and inter provincial marriages
  • Social Unity
  • Political Integration

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Education and National Integration

  • Removal of Economic Disparity
  • Evaluation of History
  • National System of Education
  • Emotional Integration
  • Curriculum
  • Language Learning
  • Selection of Text book
  • Co-Curricular Activities
  • Celebration of National Days
  • Education for Democracy
  • Education for Secularism
  • Role of Teachers

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Conclusion�

National integration is very significant for a country because it is seen many times in the history of mankind that the integrity of a nation fell in danger. It had confronted major challenges from within and also became a victim of foreign assaults. Hence national integration plays a significant role in making of a nation. It keeping it alive in history with sustained development.

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