WHAT ARE THE FACTORS THAT COULD MILITATE AGAINST OBJECTIVITY IN THE DISCIPLINE OF HISTORY?

The term objectivity in history simply means the ability to separate oneself from the object of study, to analyse, and interpret, without allowing prejudice or personal bias to influence your writing. Objectivity serves as a methodological tool to prevent historians from reflecting bias and prejudice in their accounts.[1] It is important to note that Objectivity … Continue reading WHAT ARE THE FACTORS THAT COULD MILITATE AGAINST OBJECTIVITY IN THE DISCIPLINE OF HISTORY?