India is a vast country with great physical diversity. People belonging to different regions have their own language, culture and traditions.
Along with the physical diversity, we find diversity in literature, education, history and movements.
Each one feels an affinity for his language, traditions and history of social reforms. This gives rise to linguistic identity.
This affinity towards all the above-mentioned aspects develops into identity consciousness and gives rise to excessive regional pride.
People start giving preference only to the development of their language and region.
This is known as Regionalism.
