Europe and Nationalism: Lessons for the World
Abstract
The basic purpose of this Paper is to introduce the reader with a different perspective on nationalism in relation to the Europe. It is assumed that nationalism develops a sagacity of arrogance, hostile attitude and abhorrence towards other nations and leads to conflicts. The study of Europe is most imperative in this regard as it is the only region in the world which has experienced almost all the political structures throughout its history; from Greek city states to Roman Empire, feudal system of England to the absolute monarchy of France. This particular region fought 30 years and 100 years wars, and two world wars in 20th century need not to be mentioned. No two rival nations in the world had the worst animosity than England and France in Europe. Later, this region became the cradle of democracy and a champion of nation state system. Currently, Europeans are witnessing highest level of peace, security, stability and economic progress in the whole world under the aegis of European Union. So, it is endeavored to determine that why such perpetual changes are befalling at European level in particular and at global level in general and what are the key propelling forces behind them. It is proposed that other volatile regions of the world such as South Asia, Central Asia, Middle East, and Africa should also follow the European suit to establish peace and security, which are the pre-requisites of social welfare and prosperity. At the end, “World Government” is found to be a crescendo of peace, security, and stability; which is not only possible but indispensable for the survival of mankind.
