Paper 6- TG Movement

“Neellu, Nidhulu, Niyaamakalu” (water, funds and recruitments)

Session 2: Mobilizational Phase (1971–1990)

Section 1: Court Judgements on Mulki Rules and Jai Andhra Movement

What were the main provisions of the Six-Point Formula (1973) and how did it impact Telangana’s employment policies?
Violations of Presidential Orders.
GO 610
Discuss the significance of Article 371-D and the Presidential Order of 1975 in addressing regional disparities.
What were the key recommendations of the Jayabharat Reddy Committee, and how did G.O. 610 (1985) attempt to address employment violations in Telangana?
Explain the Jai Andhra Movement and its impact on the Telangana movement for statehood.
Analyze the reaction and representation of Telangana employees regarding the violation of G.O. 610.

Section 2: Rise and Spread of Naxalite Movement

What were the main causes behind the rise of the Naxalite movement in Telangana, particularly in North Telangana?
Discuss the anti-landlord struggles in Jagityala-Siricilla and their role in shaping the socio-political landscape of Telangana.
How did the Rytu-Cooli Sanghams contribute to the mobilization of peasants and workers in Telangana?
Explain the significance of Adivasi resistance movements such as Jal, Jungle, Zamin, and their impact on tribal land alienation in Telangana.
Analyze the consequences of the Naxalite movement on Telangana’s political and social structure during the 1970s and 1980s.

Section 3: Rise of Regional Parties and Suppression of Telangana Identity

How did the rise of regional parties in the 1980s, particularly Telugu Desam Party (TDP), affect Telangana’s political and cultural identity?
Discuss the impact of the Telugu Jathi notion on the suppression of Telangana identity.
Explain how the expansion of real estate, media, and corporate education in Hyderabad contributed to the marginalization of Telangana.
What were the implications of the dominant culture on Telangana’s self-respect, dialect, and language?
Analyze the socio-economic changes in Hyderabad and their consequences for Telangana’s identity and development.

Section 4: Liberalization Policies and Regional Disparities

What were the key effects of the liberalization and privatization policies of the 1990s on Telangana’s economy?
Discuss the Madiga Dandora and Tudum Debba movements, and their role in highlighting social and regional disparities in Telangana.
How did the agrarian crisis during the 1990s affect Telangana’s rural economy and society?
Explain the decline of handicrafts in Telangana and its impact on the region’s cultural and economic fabric.
Analyze the emergence of regional disparities in political power, administration, and education post-liberalization in Telangana.

Section 5: Quest for Telangana Identity

How did intellectual discussions and debates contribute to the growing demand for Telangana identity and statehood during the 1970s and 1980s?
Discuss the political and ideological efforts undertaken to articulate a separate Telangana identity.
What role did popular unrest and protests play in the mobilization for a separate Telangana state?
Explain the significance of the Telangana Aikya Vedika, Telangana Jana Sabha, and other civil society organizations in the quest for Telangana identity.
Analyze how regional disparities and discrimination contributed to the rise of the Telangana movement in the late 20th century.

Session 3: Towards Formation of Telangana State (1991–2014)

Section 1: Public Awakening and Formation of Civil Society Organizations

How did civil society organizations like Telangana Information Trust and Telangana Aikya Vedika contribute to the Telangana movement?
Discuss the role of Telangana Congress and BJP in raising the issue of a separate Telangana state.
What was the significance of the Bhuvanagiri Sabha and Warangal Declaration in the early phases of the Telangana movement?
How did intellectuals and civil society groups articulate the demand for a separate Telangana identity during the 1990s?
Analyze the impact of initial organizations such as Telangana Jana Sabha in shaping the public discourse around Telangana statehood.

Section 2: Establishment of Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) and Political Mobilization

What was the significance of the establishment of Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) in 2001 for the Telangana movement?
How did TRS’s alliances with UPA and electoral strategies influence the trajectory of the Telangana movement?
Explain the role of the Telangana Employees Joint Action Committee and its importance in mobilizing support for statehood.
How did K. Chandrashekar Rao’s Fast-Unto-Death protest influence the course of the Telangana movement in 2009?
Analyze the formation of the Political Joint Action Committee in 2009 and its role in intensifying the demand for a separate state.

Section 3: Role of Political Parties and Grassroots Movements

How did political parties like TRS, Congress, BJP, and Left parties contribute to the Telangana movement?
Discuss the involvement of grassroots organizations like Dalit-Bahujan Sanghams in the Telangana movement.
What was the significance of student suicides during the Telangana agitation, and how did they impact the movement?
Explain the role of organizations like Telangana Praja Front and Telangana United Front in shaping the movement for statehood.
Analyze the role of grassroots movements and Joint Action Committees in mobilizing popular support for Telangana.

Section 4: Cultural Revivalism and Mass Mobilization

How did cultural revivalism through literature, performing arts, and journalism play a role in the Telangana movement?
What was the significance of protests like Sakalajanula Samme, Million March, and the Non-Cooperation Movement in the Telangana agitation?
Explain the role of NRIs, women, civil society groups, and various social groups in transforming the Telangana movement into a mass movement.
How did Telangana’s writers, poets, singers, and artists contribute to the cultural expressions of the movement?
Analyze the impact of symbolic expressions of Telangana’s identity in sustaining the movement for a separate state.

Section 5: Parliamentary Process and Formation of Telangana

What was the significance of the Sri Krishna Committee Report and its recommendations regarding Telangana statehood?
Discuss the role of the AP Assembly and Parliamentary proceedings in the final decision to form Telangana. [just check dates]
How did the UPA government’s stance on Telangana evolve, and what role did the Anthony Committee play?
Explain the process of Telangana’s formation through the Andhra Pradesh State Reorganization Act of 2014.
Analyze the importance of the electoral victories of TRS in shaping the first government of the newly formed Telangana state.

1. Million March 2011

2. All Party Meeting - 2010, Turing point in Telangana Movement

3. Administration in Hyderabad Princely state and Salar Jung reforms

4. Distinct Culture of Telangana

5. Library Movement

6.1952 Mulki movement and Citi College Incident

7. SriKrishna Committee

8. TRC- Telangana Regional Committee

9. Six point formula- Impacts

Session 1: Historical Background

Session 2: Hyderabad State in Independent India

Discuss the formation of the popular ministry under Burgula Ramakrishna Rao.
Explain the causes and consequences of the 1952 Mulki Agitation.
Mulki Movement- A historical perspective
What were the key findings of the Justice Jagan Mohan Reddy Committee?
Examine Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s views on the States Reorganization Commission and smaller states.
Why was the demand for a separate Telangana state initiated after the SRC recommendations?

Session 3: Formation of Andhra Pradesh (1956)

What were the key provisions and significance of the Gentlemen’s Agreement of 1956?
Analyze the role and functioning of the Telangana Regional Committee.
How did the migration from Coastal Andhra affect the socio-political landscape of Telangana?
Discuss the post-1970 developmental issues in Telangana, including agriculture, irrigation, and employment.
Evaluate the impact of the violation of safeguards on the Telangana movement.

Session 4: Origins of Telangana Agitation (1969)

Discuss the violation of employment and service rules and its role in the Telangana agitation.
What was the significance of the protest in Kothagudem and Ravindranath’s fast unto death?
Explain the role of intellectuals, students, and employees in the 1969 Telangana Agitation.
How did the Jai Telangana Movement contribute to the demand for a separate state?
Analyze the reasons for the intensification of the 1969 Telangana Agitation.

Session 5: Formation of Telangana Praja Samithi

Discuss the formation and objectives of the Telangana Praja Samithi.
What were the major events and leaders involved in the spread of the Telangana Movement?
Explain the significance of the All-Party Accord and G.O. 36 in the Telangana Movement.
How did the government suppress the Telangana movement and what were the consequences?
Evaluate the implications of the Eight-Point and Five-Point formulas on the Telangana movement.

Session 1: Historical Background of Telangana (1948-1970)

Telangana as a cultural unit in Hyderabad Princely State: geographical, cultural, socio-political, economic features.
Castes, tribes, religion, arts, languages, festivals of Telangana.
Administration under Salar Jung, Mulkis vs Non-Mulkis, Civil Services Rules under Mir Osman Ali Khan.
Mulki League formation and its significance.
Merger of Hyderabad into the Indian Union (1948).
Employment policies under military rule and Vellodi.
Violation of Mulki rules and its implications.

Session 2: Hyderabad State in Independent India

Popular ministry under Burgula Ramakrishna Rao.
1952 Mulki Agitation, City College Incident, and its importance.
Justice Jagan Mohan Reddy Committee Report (1953).
Debates over Telangana state formation.
States Reorganization Commission (SRC) and recommendations (Fazal Ali Commission).
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's views on SRC and smaller states.

Session 3: Formation of Andhra Pradesh (1956)

Gentlemen's Agreement: provisions, recommendations.
Telangana Regional Committee: composition and functions.
Violation of safeguards, migration from Coastal Andhra.
Post-1970 Telangana development: agriculture, irrigation, power, education, employment, health, etc.

Session 4: Origins of Telangana Agitation (1969)

Violation of employment and service rules.
Initial protests in Kothagudem, Ravindranath's fast unto death.
1969 agitation for separate Telangana: role of intellectuals, students, and employees.
Jai Telangana Movement.

Session 5: Formation of Telangana Praja Samithi

Formation and course of Telangana Praja Samithi.
Spread of Telangana Movement, major events and leaders.
All-Party Accord, G.O. 36.
Suppression of Telangana Movement, Eight-Point and Five-Point formulas.

Important Topics for Exam:

Mulki-Non-Mulki Issue: This is a core theme as it shaped the socio-political tensions between locals and non-locals, fueling early Telangana demands.
1952 Mulki Agitation & City College Incident: These incidents are key turning points that significantly contributed to regional discontent.
Gentlemen's Agreement (1956): A critical factor in the formation of Andhra Pradesh and later violations of its provisions stirred the agitation.
1969 Telangana Agitation: The role of students, intellectuals, and employees in the movement is a pivotal event in the history of Telangana.
Formation of Telangana Praja Samithi & Spread of Movement: This highlights the growing regional assertion, leaders involved, and the state’s suppression tactics.

Potential Questions:

Session 2: Mobilizational Phase (1971–1990)

Court Judgments on Mulki Rules and Jai Andhra Movement (1971–73)
- Key Topics:
  - Six-Point Formula (1973)
  - Article 371-D and Presidential Order (1975)
  - G.O. 610 (1985) and its violations
  - Impact on Telangana employment policies
- Significance: The legal and constitutional developments during this period, especially with Article 371-D, were pivotal in formalizing special provisions for Telangana, but violations created political tension and mistrust among Telangana residents. These events contributed to the brewing sentiment for separate statehood.
Naxalite Movement and Anti-Landlord Struggles
- Key Topics:
  - Causes and consequences of the Naxalite movement
  - Anti-landlord struggles in Jagityala-Siricilla
  - Rytu-Cooli Sanghams and Adivasi resistance (Jal, Jungle, Zamin)
- Significance: The rise of the Naxalite movement in Telangana exposed the deep-rooted agrarian crisis and tribal exploitation, becoming a socio-political force that shaped the region’s identity. The movement created awareness of rural exploitation and mobilized people for broader political change.
Rise of Regional Parties and Suppression of Telangana Identity
- Key Topics:
  - Role of Telugu Jathi
  - Socio-economic changes in Hyderabad: Real estate, media, education
  - Dominant culture vs. Telangana dialect and self-respect
- Significance: The rise of regional parties like TDP in the 1980s aimed at creating a unified Andhra identity, but this marginalized Telangana’s unique cultural and political identity. The suppression of Telangana culture and economic interests intensified the desire for a separate state.
Liberalization Policies and Regional Disparities
- Key Topics:
  - Impact of liberalization and privatization on Telangana
  - Madiga Dandora and Tudum Debba movements
  - Agrarian crisis and the decline of handicrafts
- Significance: The liberalization policies of the 1990s aggravated existing economic disparities, with Telangana witnessing higher unemployment and underdevelopment. Agrarian distress and the decline of traditional handicrafts further isolated Telangana from the mainstream economy, reinforcing calls for political autonomy.
Quest for Telangana Identity
- Key Topics:
  - Intellectual discussions and political efforts
  - Popular unrest against regional disparities and discrimination
- Significance: Intellectual and political mobilization began to take root in this period, with various groups articulating the demand for a separate Telangana state. The rise of these efforts reflected a deeper societal pushback against discrimination and inequality, laying the foundation for the later phases of the movement.

Session 3: Towards Formation of Telangana State (1991–2014)

Public Awakening and Formation of Civil Society Organizations
- Key Topics:
  - Formation of groups like Telangana Aikya Vedika, Telangana Jana Sabha
  - Efforts of Telangana Congress and BJP
- Significance: The early 1990s witnessed a surge in civil society activism, with organizations like Telangana Aikya Vedika bringing the issue of statehood into mainstream political discourse. These efforts galvanized public opinion and built the foundation for mass mobilization.
Establishment of Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) in 2001
- Key Topics:
  - TRS’s role in UPA and alliances
  - Formation of Political Joint Action Committee (2009)
  - K. Chandrashekar Rao’s Fast-Unto-Death
- Significance: The formation of TRS was a defining moment in the Telangana movement, giving it a strong political platform. The party played a pivotal role in steering the demand for statehood through electoral alliances, mass protests, and political negotiations.
Role of Political Parties and Grassroots Movements
- Key Topics:
  - Involvement of TRS, Congress, BJP, Left parties, and others
  - Dalit-Bahujan Sanghams and other grassroots organizations
  - Suicides for the cause of Telangana
- Significance: The involvement of multiple political parties and grassroots movements reflected the broad-based support for the Telangana movement. The suicides of students and activists during this period became a tragic but powerful symbol of the urgency of the cause.
Cultural Revivalism and Mass Mobilization
- Key Topics:
  - Cultural expressions: literature, performing arts, journalism
  - Sakalajanula Samme, Million March, Non-Cooperation Movement
- Significance: Cultural revivalism played a crucial role in keeping the Telangana movement alive. The use of poetry, songs, and performances stirred a sense of identity and pride among the people of Telangana, helping to sustain the momentum of the agitation through mass mobilization.
Parliamentary Process and the Formation of Telangana
- Key Topics:
  - UPA Government’s stand and Anthony Committee
  - Sri Krishna Committee Report and AP Assembly proceedings
  - Andhra Pradesh State Reorganization Act, 2014
- Significance: The final phase of the Telangana movement culminated in the formation of the state in 2014. The political process, especially the role of the central government and the parliamentary proceedings, was instrumental in resolving the long-standing demand for statehood.

Important Topics for Analysis:

Court Judgments on Mulki Rules and Six-Point Formula: These legal and constitutional provisions directly impacted the employment policies of Telangana, leading to widespread discontent and setting the stage for future agitations.
Naxalite Movement and Agrarian Crisis: The socio-economic issues highlighted by the Naxalite struggle reflect the deep-rooted problems in Telangana's rural areas, significantly shaping the region’s identity.
Telangana’s Economic Marginalization Post-Liberalization: The disparities that emerged during liberalization exacerbated the regional imbalance, further alienating Telangana from Coastal Andhra.
Establishment of TRS and Political Mobilization: TRS’s role in the final phase of the movement was pivotal, as it translated the aspirations of the people into a structured political movement.
Cultural Revivalism and Mass Movements: The role of cultural expressions in sustaining the Telangana movement was a unique feature, showing how identity and culture became intertwined with political aspirations.

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1. Geographical and Cultural Uniqueness of Telangana within the Hyderabad Princely State

The Telangana region within the Hyderabad Princely State was distinct in both its geography and culture. Geographically, Telangana is situated on the Deccan Plateau, with the Godavari and Krishna rivers traversing its land, making it fertile for agriculture. The topography of Telangana includes hills, plains, and semi-arid areas, which contributed to the diversity of its agricultural practices, including dryland farming and irrigation-based cultivation.

Culturally, Telangana was home to a unique blend of Dravidian and Indo-Aryan influences, which created a distinct identity. The region was a melting pot of languages, with Telugu being the dominant language, though Urdu, Kannada, and Marathi were also spoken due to the neighboring regions and the Nizam’s rule. The festivals of Telangana, such as Bathukamma, Bonalu, and the worship of deities like Sammakka and Saralamma, reflect its deep-rooted cultural traditions.

Art and crafts flourished in the region, with the Golconda school of painting, Bidriware, and Pochampally weaving as significant examples of its rich heritage. The Telangana people practiced a variety of religions, including Hinduism, Islam, and tribal beliefs, which fostered a composite culture. The region’s cultural uniqueness was further shaped by its long history under the Nizams, who patronized both Hindu and Muslim art, literature, and architecture.

2. Socio-Economic Features of Telangana during the Nizam Rule

Under the Nizam’s rule, Telangana experienced a distinct socio-economic structure that was heavily feudal. The landed aristocracy, particularly the jagirdars and zamindars, controlled vast tracts of agricultural land, which were cultivated by tenant farmers and laborers. The agricultural economy was the backbone of Telangana’s economy, though it was marred by exploitation of the peasantry. The Reddy, Velama, and Muslim elites held significant sway over the land and resources, and rural inequalities were stark.

The Nizams encouraged irrigation through the construction of tanks and canals, but overall development in Telangana lagged behind other regions. Despite its rich mineral resources, including coal in the Singareni region, industrialization was limited. Economic development was concentrated around Hyderabad city, which became a hub for trade, commerce, and education, while the rural areas remained largely underdeveloped.

Socially, Telangana was characterized by a caste-based hierarchy, with the dominance of upper-caste landowners and the marginalization of lower-caste groups. The Nizam’s patronage of Urdu and Persian created a linguistic divide, where the Telugu-speaking population, particularly in rural areas, faced discrimination. The lack of educational opportunities and the emphasis on elite interests by the Nizam’s administration led to widespread discontent among the common people, especially the peasantry, contributing to movements like the Telangana Peasant Armed Struggle.

3. Administrative Reforms Initiated by Salar Jung in Hyderabad

Salar Jung I, the Diwan (Prime Minister) of Hyderabad between 1853 and 1883, is remembered as a visionary administrator who implemented a series of reforms that modernized the Hyderabad Princely State. Faced with the challenge of a declining economy and inefficient administration, Salar Jung introduced reforms to streamline governance and enhance revenue collection.

One of his key reforms was the restructuring of the revenue system. He abolished many feudal privileges and introduced a land revenue settlement that was more systematic and fair, replacing arbitrary taxes with a fixed assessment system. He also centralized revenue collection, reducing corruption and increasing the state’s financial stability.

In terms of administration, Salar Jung reformed the judicial system by introducing a modern legal framework. He established civil and criminal courts and made efforts to train judges and legal officers. His reforms in the police force made law enforcement more professional, improving internal security.

Salar Jung’s efforts in infrastructure development were significant as well. He initiated the construction of roads, bridges, and irrigation projects that improved connectivity and agricultural productivity. The establishment of a railway system in Hyderabad during his tenure connected the state to other parts of India, boosting trade and commerce.

His diplomatic skills ensured that Hyderabad remained autonomous under British suzerainty while maintaining good relations with the British Empire. These reforms not only stabilized Hyderabad but also laid the foundation for its future development.

4. Significance of the Mulki-Non-Mulki Issue in Telangana’s Political History

The Mulki-Non-Mulki issue was a pivotal element in the political history of Telangana, as it embodied the conflict between locals (Mulkis) and non-locals (Non-Mulkis) over employment and political power. The term “Mulki” referred to people born in Hyderabad State or who had lived there for 15 years, giving them priority in public employment under the Nizam’s administration.

With the expansion of education and civil services during the Nizam’s rule, there was a growing demand for jobs in the public sector. However, many of these jobs were occupied by people from outside the Hyderabad State, particularly from regions like Coastal Andhra, creating resentment among the local population. The Mulki rules were intended to safeguard the interests of locals, but they were frequently violated.

The discontent among the local Telangana population over the violation of Mulki rules erupted into various agitations, including the 1952 Mulki Agitation, which became a significant moment in Telangana’s political history. The issue contributed to the growing demand for a separate Telangana state, as the people felt that their economic and political interests were being undermined by outsiders.

The Mulki-Non-Mulki issue played a key role in shaping the identity politics of Telangana and laid the foundation for subsequent movements, including the 1969 Telangana Agitation. It symbolized the struggle of the people of Telangana for self-determination and control over their own resources.

5. Implications of the 1919 Farman Issued by the Nizam Regarding Civil Services

The 1919 Farman issued by Mir Osman Ali Khan, the VII Nizam of Hyderabad, was a landmark decision that sought to protect the interests of the local population (Mulkis) in government employment. According to this Farman, preference in civil services was to be given to people born and raised in Hyderabad, aiming to address the growing resentment among the local population over the influx of outsiders (Non-Mulkis) in administrative positions.

The Farman formalized the definition of “Mulki” and outlined rules for recruitment in government services. It mandated that only those who had been residents of Hyderabad for at least 15 years or were born there could be appointed to government jobs. This was intended to create opportunities for local people and ensure their representation in the administration.

However, the implementation of the Farman was inconsistent, and over time, its provisions were increasingly violated. Many non-locals continued to occupy positions in the civil services, leading to widespread frustration and discontent among the local population. The violation of the 1919 Farman became a central grievance in the Mulki-Non-Mulki conflict and fueled agitations, particularly the 1952 Mulki Agitation.

The 1919 Farman’s implications were far-reaching, as it laid the foundation for the demand for the enforcement of Mulki rules, which would later be a significant issue in the Telangana movement. The failure to protect local interests under the Farman contributed to the growing sentiment for a separate Telangana state, where local people could have control over their own employment and governance.

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