Music and social movements in India: A survey of awareness and Impact

Abstract

Comprehending the role of music in India’s social movements is vital because it helps us to see how songs and music have been part of the journey towards change. Music has a unique power to bring people together, inspire, and share important messages. This paper delves into knowing whether people are aware of this, especially those who do not have a musical background. While music’s impact on Indian social movements is known, this paper reveals how much people know it today. This helps people to see if this important part of history is still alive in people’s hearts and minds. The paper aims to discover how much people know about social movements in India that use music and to understand how they think music can create social change. A survey of 126 persons asked questions about their awareness regarding social movements, and their thoughts on music’s role in creating change. Music inspires and brings people together, reminding us of its power to create positive change in society.