Question

What is nationalism and how does Rizal and his Works relate to Philippine Nationalism?

 

 

Answer 1

Nationalism is expounded as the idea and movements that championed the interests of a particular group of people or nation intending to attain the nation's self-governance. The need to gain political power depends on ethnicity, politics, the language of use, culture, and geographical location (Lifshey & Adam, 1440). The Filipino nationalism incorporated the support and awakening of the political identity that entailed the modern Philippines and resulted in diverse championing of the social, economic, and political freedom among the Philippines.

Jose Rizal is a renowned hero in the Philippines; he was adored for his stunning role in resisting the Spanish colonial government. Rizal adopted a progressive approach and peaceful means to raise grievances against the Spanish administration. Jose also used writings in airing grievances and evils of the government, like corruption. The essays published entailed individual rights and freedoms championed the Philippines' inclusion in Spain as a province and exposed evils, brutalities, and injustices in society. These advocated the aims of the Filipino nationalism of advancing humanity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nationalism is expounded as the idea and movements that championed the interests of a particular group of people or nation intending to attain the nation's self-governance.