Describe the factors which decide the outcomes of the politics of social division?


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Factors that determine the outcome of politics of social divisions:

(i) As social groups view their identities to be exclusive and superior, it becomes difficult to accommodate them.

(ii) It depends upon the type of demands raised by the political leaders on behalf of a community. It is easier to accommodate demands that are within the constitutional framework and are not at the cost of another community.

(iii) The reaction of the government to the demands of different communities determine the outcome. If the rulers are willing to share power and accommodate the reasonable demands of a minority community, social divisions become less threatening for the country.

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Three factors that determine the outcome of politics of social divisions are as follows. 

  • The way people perceive their identifies: Social divisions may take place, if people demand a special recognition to their identities. If people see their identities in singular terms, it becomes very difficult to accommodate and avoid social divisions.
  • Leadership provided by political leaders/The way political leaders react to the situations: The role played by political leaders and the leadership provided by them play an important role in creating or filling social divisions. 
  • The reaction of the government to demands of different groups: If the government gives equal representation and equal share of power to all the major and minor groups in the society, the chances of social divisions minimise. If the government tries to suppress a demand, it could create unrest, thereby paving the way for social divisions.
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