Decolonization Flashcards
Decolonization
The process of gaining independence from a colonial power
Nationalism
Pride in one’s country
What were the causes of the Indian Independence movement?
British imperialism in India, Amritsar Massacre, rise of Gandhi
What tactic did Gandhi use to help India gain its independence from the British?
Civil disobedience, passive resistance, non-violence
What is civil disobedience?
Refusing to obey unjust laws
What was the Amritsar Massacre?
Peaceful protest where British opened fire into the crowd, a huge turning point in the independence movement in India
What were examples of civil disobedience that Gandhi used to help India gain independence?
Salt March, homespun movement, boycotts
Who was Muhammad Ali Jinnah?
Leader of the Muslim League, wanted a separate country for Muslims
Who was Jawaharlal Nehru?
One of leaders of the Indian National Congress, become first Prime Minister of India after independence
What was India’s official policy during the Cold War?
Non-Alignment
Why happened after India gained its independence in 1947?
Partitioning of India-creation of Pakistan
What are some modern-day problems in India?
Fight over Kashmir, overpopulation, caste system discrimination, negative effects of the Green Revolution
What were the causes of the independence movements in Africa?
European imperialism, Berlin conference, rise of nationalist leaders and movements
Who was the leader of the independence movement in Ghana?
Kwame Nkrumah
What tactics did Kwame Nkrumah use to get Ghana it’s independence from the British?
Civil disobedience, boycotts, protests