Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country.
2. Even though the concept of Total Revolution lies deeply embedded in Gandhian teachings, was Jayaprakash Narayan’s Total Revolution a utopian ideal? Examine. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Chapter – 18 – India Since Independence by Bipan Chandra
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the concept of total revolution and to examine if the revolution was an utopian ideal.
Directive word:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by writing about the aims and objectives of Jayaprakash Narayan’s Total Revolution.
Body:
In the first part, explain the concept and various components of Jayaprakash Narayan’s Total Revolution, its various components and link it with Gandhian teachings.
Next, examine the outcomes of the revolution. Its successes and the limitations on the basis of the above stated objectives.
Conclusion:
Comment as to whether or not the revolution was utopian in nature or a practical movement.
