Intellectual revolution and

society in asia
 The Asian revolution

-The Intellectual revolution in Asia is about the belief in the superiority

of Western values combined with economic and technological
innovations in shipbuilding, weaponry, and communications to create a
potent mix that would challenged Asian societies in many ways.
 KEY FIGURES IN ASIA’S REVOLUTION

Mao Zedong of China, Ho Chi Minh of Vietnam, Gandhi of India,

Sukarno of Indonesia, Nasser of Egypt, Ataturk of Turkey, and
Khomeini of Iran are featured. To compare the strategies and
ideologies that guided these revolutions.
 Asia science and technology

It is varied depending on the country and time. In the past, the Asian civilizations
most notable for their contributions to science and technology were India, China
and the West Asian civilizations. At present, probably the most notable country in
Asia in terms of this technological and scientific achievements is Japan, which is
particularly known for its electronics and automobile products. In recent years,
China and India have also once again become major contributors to science and
technology. Other countries are also notable in other scientific fields such as
chemical and physical achievements.
 Controversies met the Asian revolution

It examines the impact of colonialism, nationalist/revolutionary movements,

military conflict, political developments and socio-economic change. It also
examines patterns of transitions in Asia societies and cultures. Emphasis is placed
on the development of modern Asian states through de-colonization, war economic
development and circumstances leading to the rise of the ‘Asian Century’ by 2000.