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Uses and Abuses of History Explained by Archana N is a document available to read on EtoBox.
History can be used to understand humanity, learn from past experiences, promote unity and progress, and guide society towards respecting principles that prevent destruction. However, history is sometimes abused through jingoism, intense nationalism, ideological biases, religious or racial prejudices that twist facts or distort history for opportunistic reasons. Historians must take care to avoid these abuses and maintain objectivity.
- Author
- Archana N
- Language
- EN