The Positive and Negative Features of Nationalism (Grade 11 NSC Matric History): Flashcards

Positive & negative effects on people & nations

Brings people together, creates democratic societies

S. Africa's liberation (to 1994), Ghana's independence

Common sense of national community amongst different groups

Benefits one specific group at expense of others

Afrikaner nationalism, Zionism in certain contexts

Division, domination of other groups

Serb army invaded, ethnic cleansing campaign in Sarajevo

Hatred and fear of foreigners

Inclusive welcomes diversity; exclusive promotes one group