International relations ppt Slides.pptx
- 1. International Relations & Current Affairs Topic: Imperialism Presented To: Sir Waqar Ahmed
- 2. Group Members Abdul-Rahim Abdullah Zaheer Butt Mahad Haroon M.Danish Tahir Nabeel Akbar Bhatti
- 3. IMPERIALISM Table Of Content History Of Origin Forms Of Imperialism Characteristics Of Imperialism Benefits & Drawbacks Criticism Conclusion
- 4. History Of Origin Origin in Latin: "Imperium" Emergence during the 19th and 20th Centuries European Powers and Exploration Definition of Imperialism Components of Imperialism Imperialism's Historical Significance
- 5. Forms Of Imperialism 1. Colonialism British Empire in India, the French Empire in Algeria, Spanish Empire in Mexico. 2. Neo-Colonialism France used foreign aid and investment to maintain its economic and political influence over its former colonies in Africa. 3. Cultural Imperialism The spread of Western culture, languages, and values through Hollywood movies and TV shows, the spread of Western fashion trends around the world.
- 6. Characteristics Of Imperialism 1. Economic Interests 2. Rivalry 3. Nationalism 4. Ideological Factors 5. Overpopulation & Migration 6. Cultural Factors 7. Political Factors 8. Religion
- 7. Benefits Of Imperialism 1. Economic Prosperity 2. Infrastructure Development 3. Establishment Of Institutions 4. Better Market Access 5. Uncovering New Ethnicities & Cultures 6. Access To New Technologies
- 8. Drawbacks Of Imperialism 1. Human Rights Abuses and Violence 2. Inequality 3. Environmental Degradation 4. Loss of Sovereignty and Independence 5. Exploitation and Economic Drain 6. Cultural Eradication
- 9. Criticism Criticism of imperialism revolves around concerns regarding exploitation, injustice, cultural erosion, violence, and economic inequality. Critics argue that imperialism's legacy includes a history of conflicts, resistance movements, ethical dilemmas, and long- lasting repercussions on colonized regions, which continue to be points of contention in the modern world.
- 10. Conclusion Imperialism adversely affected the colonies. Under foreign rule, native culture and industry were destroyed. Imported goods wiped out local craft industries. While it has also contributed to cross-cultural exchanges and the spread of knowledge and also provided infrastructures, railroads, institutions, etc. By using colonies as sources of raw materials and markets for manufactured goods, colonial powers held back the colonies from developing industries.