Write a study on the objectives of Indidas “Build up a… democratic nation,” was Nerhu’s proclamation of democracy.
In August 1947, the new Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru addressed a crowd upon India’s independence. In his speech, he outlined an ambitious agenda for India, setting numerous goals. These goals included:
“Build up a … democratic nation”
Your Task: In a well developed essay, evaluate how successful India has been in accomplishing the goals Nehru laid out in his speech.
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Proficient
Developing
Needs Improvement
Does not meet expectations
Claim
The text has an argument and takes a position. The text attempts to prove the thesis.
The text has no argument and does not take a position. The text does not prove the thesis.
Evidence
The text provides accurate data and evidence to back up the thesis.
The text contains limited data and evidence related to the thesis.
Analysis
The text shows an understanding of the topic/text. The text uses reasoning to connect evidence with the thesis.
The text shows a limited and/or flawed understanding of topic/text. The text does not connect evidence with the thesis.
Counterclaim
The integration of the counterclaim effectively strengthens the thesis.
The integration of the counterclaim attempts to connect to the thesis.
Structure & Organization
The introduction sets up the text. Topic sentences align with the thesis. The structure of the text supports the thesis. The conclusion supports the thesis.
The introduction does not adequately set up the text. Topic sentences are not present. The structure of the text takes away from the reader’s understanding. The text provides an inadequate conclusion.
Conventions
The text presents a tone appropriate for the assignment/audience. The text attempts to use correct and varied sentence structure. The text contains few (if any) minor errors in conventions (grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization).
The text illustrates a limited awareness of the audience or inconsistent tone. The text contains errors in conventions which may cause confusion.
Works Cited & Citations
The text correctly uses citations and Works Cited.
The text attempts to use citations and Works Cited but there may be formatting issues.
