The Historical Development of the Malay Nationalism Before Independence

Research Paper (undergraduate) , 2014 , 29 Pages

History - Asia

This study will analyze the historical development of Malay nationalism against Western powers, particularly the British in Malaya before independence in 1957. The method used in this study is based on the method of observation of the resources available at the library and the National Archives of Malaysia. This study will begin with the dismantling of the prior history of Malaya’s early economic development. The arrival of the Western powers, namely the Portuguese, Dutch and British to Malaya was due to the economic importance of Malaya, which is also known as the Land of Gold and Gold Peninsular by foreign races. Malaya was colonized for more than 400 years since the Portuguese colonization in 1511. When the British controlled Malaya, the inclusion of their pro-Western idea has created conflict with the Malay community. This study will focus on the historiography of the Malay community to look at the historical development of Malay nationalism and the parties involved in the resistance against the British. After the country gained independence, the implementation of the Look East Policy by Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad in 1982 is seen to end the continuous conflict between pro-Western idea that been brought by the colonists and the Malay nationalism spirit, with the Japanese model representing the East model has replaced the long-standing Western models that dominate the lives of the Malays as far back as the Portuguese domination of Malacca in 1511.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

• ABSTRACT
• INTRODUCTION
• THE IMPORATANCE OF MALAYA PRE-COLONIAL ERA
• THE ARRIVAL OF WESTERN POWERS
• THE BEGINNING OF MALAY NATIONALISM
• THE RISE OF MALAY NATIONALISM
• THE MALAY NATIONALISM AND THE JAPANESE OCCUPATION
• THE POST-INDEPENDENCE ERA
• CONCLUSION
• BIBLIOGRAPHY

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte

This study aims to analyze the historical development of Malay nationalism in Malaya before independence in 1957, focusing on the resistance against Western powers, particularly the British. The study utilizes historical resources from libraries and the National Archives of Malaysia to trace the evolution of Malay nationalism and the key figures involved in the struggle for independence.

• The historical development of Malay nationalism in Malaya
• The impact of Western colonialism on Malay society and culture
• The role of key figures and organizations in the Malay nationalist movement
• The influence of the Japanese occupation on Malay nationalism
• The transition to independence and the legacy of Malay nationalism

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel

The study begins by examining the pre-colonial era in Malaya, highlighting the importance of the region as a trading hub and the emergence of the Malay Kingdom in Malacca. It then delves into the arrival of Western powers, particularly the Portuguese, Dutch, and British, and their impact on Malay society and culture. The study explores the early stages of Malay nationalism, focusing on the resistance against colonial rule and the emergence of nationalist organizations. It then examines the rise of Malay nationalism during the Japanese occupation, analyzing the impact of the occupation on the nationalist movement and the role of key figures like Tunku Abdul Rahman. The study concludes by discussing the post-independence era, examining the legacy of Malay nationalism and its influence on contemporary Malaysian society.

Schlüsselwörter

The keywords and focus themes of the text include Malay nationalism, British colonialism, Malaya, resistance, independence, Tunku Abdul Rahman, Japanese occupation, Look East Policy, and the historical development of Malay identity.

• College: National University of Malaysia
• Course: History
• Authors: Uqbah Iqbal (Author), Nordin Hussin (Author), Ahmad Ali Seman (Author)
• Publication Year: 2014
• Pages: 29
• Catalog Number: V285536
• ISBN (eBook): 9783656861430
• ISBN (Book): 9783656861447
• Language: English
• Tags: historical, development, malay, nationalism, before, independence