How does the interplay between regional and national identities fuel the emergence of regionalistic sentiments? How can we balance regional identities with broader national identity?

Interplay Regional & Nationalistic Identities

1. Sense of relative deprivation or sense of superiority complex in one's regional identity often acts against prescribing to a broader national identity.
2. Such schisms & dichotomy result in regional identity overshadowing national identity & leading to regionalism
3. Kannadiga pride, Dravida culture etc.
4. Demand for Gorkhaland (ethnic pride).

Balancing Both Identities

1. Balanced regional growth through inclusive development can help decrease sons of soil policies and regionalism
   • Aspirational districts programme for backward areas.
2. Providing mechanisms and forums for dialogue to resolve disputes
   • Inter state council and zonal councils
3. Allowing self governance and following principle of subsidiarity
   • 5th, 6th schedule States - democratic decentralisation.
4. Promoting fraternity and shared brotherhood
   • Kashi Tamil Sangam, Ek Bharat Shresht Bharat.
5. Promoting constitutional values like unity & integrity of India through awareness programmes
6. Curbing hate speech fueling regionalism.