Analyse the contributions of Jawahar Lal Nehru in laying foundations of Modern India.

Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues.

3. Analyse the contributions of Jawahar Lal Nehru in laying foundations of Modern India. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Easy

Reference: Indian Express

Key Demand of the question:

To understand Nehru’s contributions in building New India.

Directive word: 

Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction: 

Begin by emphasising the crucial role of Nehru in freedom struggle and to go on to become the first Prime Minister of Independent India.

Body:

Write about various facets of contributions of Nehru such as Nehruvian socialism, Non Alignment Policy, Industrialisation, Contributions towards constitutional framework etc and how it is still relevant in the present day social dynamics.

Conclusion:

Summarise the above said points and how Nehru’s tryst with India’s destiny has remained relevant till date.