NATIONALIST STRU CTURE IN SOUTH AFRICA: A CASE STUDY OF THE AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS (ANC) IN SOUTH AFRICA.

Abstract

Nationalism in modern history is the movement through which the realisation of a nation-state is regarded as paramount for the attainment of social, economic and cultural aspiration of the people. Nationalism is characterised principally by the feeling of commonality among a people, based on common descent, language and religion. Before the 18th century when nationalism emerged as a distinct movement, states usually were based on religion or dynastic ties, citizens owed loyalty to their churches or ruling families. People rarely extend their interest across national frontiers.