Describe the role of different religious groups in the development

• Nationalist Movement in Indo-China (C10)

Describe the role of different religious groups in the development of anti-colonial feelings in Vietnam.

Answer

Role of religious groups in the development of anti-colonial feelings in Vietnam:

Religion played an important role in strengthening colonial control. It also provided ways of resistance in Vietnam.

• Vietnam’s religious beliefs were a mixture of Buddhism, Confucianism and local practices.

• Christianity introduced by French missionaries.

• Many religious movements were hostile to the Western presence.

• The revolt was led by officials at the Imperial Court angered by the spread of Catholic Church and French power.

• French crushed the movement but uprising served to inspire others.

• Scholars Revolt

• Hao Hoa Movement (1939)