Bangalore University 2007 M.A History Social Reform Movements - DrB.RAmbedkar - Question Paper

II Year M.A. Examination, May / June 2007

HISTORY (Paper – IX) Social Reform Movements with Special Reference to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.

Time : three Hours Max. Marks : 100

Instructions : 1) ans all the ques..
2) Answers should be written either completely in Kannada or in English.

1. a) Trace the impact of the West on Indian Society.

OR

b) Assess the importance of Mahatma Phule as a social reformer.

2. a) DO you consider that Sir Syed Ahmed Khan was a forerunner of social change in the Muslim society in India ? Substantiate.

OR

b) Evaluate the views of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on Indian National Congress.

3. a) Write a critical note on Ambedkar’s analysis of the issue of untouchability.

OR

b) Examine the philosophical content of the Self Respect Movement.

4. Write short notes on any 6 of the subsequent :

a) Brahmanetara Parishad
b) Hindu Mahasabha
c) Purusha Sukta
d) Constructive programme
e) Kalarama temple movement
f) Ambedkar’s views on Minorities
g) Communal award
h) Nasik Satyagraha
i) SNDP movement
j) Kaka Kalelkar Committee

5. Comment on any of the subsequent :

a) Arya Samaj movement.
b) Dr. Ambedkar and the Hindu Code Bill.

Earning:   Approval pending.