Destructive uses of nationalism include Propaganda to commit genocide.
H-bombs
Nationalism played a strong part in ripping up large multi-ethnic empires like Austria-Hungary, Russia, and the Ottoman Empire, with the latter being beset by Greek, Bulgarian, and Serbian independence movements that actually achieved success. These wars were very destructive, and eventually fatal to the nations that suffered them.
it is perhaps hard to envisage a viable state without nationalism. Nationalism in different forms ties people together. Also the state uses the idea of liberal nationalism to legitimize its actions- the civil,social and cultural rights it gives the citizen. perhaps a very short and simple answer but true!
Nationalism in Europe between 1815 and 1871 had both positive and destructive effects. On one hand, it fostered the unification of nations like Italy and Germany, promoting a sense of identity and self-determination among people. Conversely, it also incited conflicts and tensions, leading to wars and the suppression of minority groups, as seen in the Austro-Prussian War and the Franco-Prussian War. Overall, nationalism was a double-edged sword, driving both unity and division during this tumultuous period.
There are two type of Nationalism Ethno-nationalism and Civic Nationalism Constructive nationalism is the latest dimension of Nationalism. Basically constructive nationalism is a combination of progressive features of ethno-nationalism and civic nationalism.
Science has advantages as well as disadvantages. It depends upon the person whether it uses it for destructive uses or peaceful uses.The best example is of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
ethnic nationalism......also known as exclusive nationalism civic nationalism..........also known as inclusive nationalism
arab nationalism and jewish nationalism
Three uses of gamma rays are in cancer treatment (radiation therapy), sterilization of medical equipment and food, and non-destructive testing in industries such as aerospace and automotive.
this is nationalism
Nationalism
Nationalism's power to unite and tear apart attempts to suppress nationalism was the ultimate result of nationalism because of the competition that grew from within.