Explore how communication drives social change. Learn about the role of media, activism, and public discourse in shaping opinion, policies, and movements.
Concept of Socialization The newborn understands nothing about society or social behavior. However, the child learns about the physical world and being a good or bad girl/boy as they grow up. They know what behavior is acceptable and unacceptable. Childbirth also changes the lives of people who are responsible for its upbringing. They undergo new […]
Media and Social Change The media’s central role in promoting social change has become more apparent today. Media has proven power to shape opinions, influence behaviors, and mobilize the public. Social media, news outlets, and entertainment channels contribute to the rapid and widespread dissemination of information. This information often sparks conversations, raises awareness on critical
Social Movements in India and the World Social movements in India and elsewhere have shaped and continue to shape our world. We often assume that the rights we enjoy happen to exist. However, these rights are the result of the struggles in the past that made them possible. Social movements not only change societies, but
First War of Independence 1857 The First War of Independence in 1857 demonstrated India’s strength and unity in the face of oppression. This uprising, often seen as one of the first social movements in India, was more than a military battle. It was a cultural crusade, a collective expression of identity, and a firm statement
Swadeshi Movement The Swadeshi Movement was initiated in 1905 as a response to the British partition of Bengal, instilling a stronger sense of nationalism. The Swadeshi movement impacted Bengal the most. The attempt to divide and rule through the partition was met with a united and resolute response. The Swadeshi spirit spread to other provinces
The Non-Cooperation Movement The Swadeshi Movement of 1905 and the Non-Cooperation Movement of 1920 are two watershed moments in India’s fight for independence. The British partition of Bengal along religious lines in 1905, with the intention of dividing and ruling the Indian population, ignited the Swadeshi Movement. As a countermeasure, Indians promoted indigenous industries and
Civil Disobedience Movement The second large-scale movement was the Civil Disobedience Movement (1930–1934), which the Indian National Congress organized under Mahatma Gandhi’s leadership. Gandhi’s abrupt withdrawal from the Non-Cooperation Movement after the Chauri-Chauri incident of February 1922 demoralized many Congress leaders. It led to a sharp decline in the national movement. Gandhi decided to start
Introduction to the Quit India Movement The Quit India Movement, also known as the August Movement, was a critical phase in the Indian struggle for independence from British rule. Initiated in August 1942 under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi and the Indian National Congress, this movement marked a decisive turn towards India’s ultimate liberation in
Land Reform Movement The social movements in India are more than just demonstrations; they represent a nation demanding progress, equality, and justice. Every social movement in India has contributed to the dynamic narrative of the nation’s history. A few of India’s most prominent social movements and their impact on cultural change and societal progress are
Environmental Movements: Chipko Movement The social movements in India are more than just demonstrations; they represent a nation demanding progress, equality, and justice. Every social movement in India has added to the country’s rich history. The following is a list of some of India’s most well-known social movements and their effects on societal advancement and